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David J. Bodkin, MD
4.9
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Hematology/oncology
(board certified)
Oncology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Community
Insurance
David J. Bodkin, MD
4.9
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Hematology/oncology
(board certified)
Oncology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Community
Insurance
Schedule an appointment
Accepting new patients
Location and phone
Cancer Center Oncology Medical Group
5555 Grossmont Center Drive
La Mesa, CA 91942
Get directions619-644-3030
Fax: 619-644-3638
About David J. Bodkin, MD
Age: 69
In practice since: 1990
Gender: Male
Languages: Chaldean, Spanish
Education
Georgetown University: Medical School
North Shore University Hospital: Internship
North Shore University Hospital: Residency
Hospital affiliation
Areas of focus
- Blood disorders
- Breast cancer
- Cancer
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NPI
1134280605
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Insurance plans accepted
David J. Bodkin, MD, accepts 45 health insurance plans.
Ratings and reviews
4.9
40 ratings
Patient ratings
Care Provider’s discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)
4.9
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
5.0
Provider included you in decisions
4.9
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.9
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
4.9
Patient reviews
Verified Patient
March 24, 2026
5.0
Dr. Bodkin is brilliant. He is always well versed about my history & lab results. I appreciate the way he interacts everything to point as understandable picture of my situation. I've never felt hurried. Dr. Bodkin provides time to explain & to answer any questions. He is exceptionally supportive.
Verified Patient
February 12, 2026
5.0
Kristin [PA] is great - every time.
Verified Patient
February 2, 2026
5.0
Dr. Bodkin is unparalleled in knowledge, empathy and kindness. He is a remarkable doc and a truly admirable human being.
Verified Patient
January 9, 2026
5.0
As always for the past 25 years, Dr. Bodkin is the very best! If he could be cloned, I would suggest you do so at once!
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Special recognitions
Over 100 recognitions
David J. Bodkin, MD, has received over 100 Guardian Angel recognitions from grateful patients and families. Have you and your family received exceptional care from David J. Bodkin, MD? Consider paying tribute with a Guardian Angel gift.
Over 100 recognitions
David J. Bodkin, MD, has received over 100 Guardian Angel recognitions from grateful patients and families. Have you and your family received exceptional care from David J. Bodkin, MD? Consider paying tribute with a Guardian Angel gift.
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David J. Bodkin, MD, has been featured as a medical expert in Sharp Health News.
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