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Kenneth A. Altschuler, MD

4.7

314 ratings

Doctor of medicine (MD)

Family medicine

(board certified)

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Sharp Rees-Stealy

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858-499-2715
Fax: 619-568-8080

8701 Cuyamaca St.
Floor 2
Santee, CA 92071-4253

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  1. Sharp Rees-Stealy Santee

    8701 Cuyamaca St.
    Floor 2
    Santee, CA 92071-4253
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    858-499-2715
    Fax: 619-568-8080

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About Kenneth A. Altschuler, MD

I chose to study medicine for the opportunity to help people. I enjoy providing high-quality medical care with a team approach by involving patients in their care and listening carefully to individual needs. My passions outside of work include tennis, cycling and rock music.

Age: 71
Gender: Male

Education

University of Western Ontario: Medical School
Scarborough General Hospital: Internship

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1710955521

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Kenneth A. Altschuler, MD, accepts 34 health insurance plans.

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Ratings and reviews

4.7

314 ratings

Patient ratings

Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others

4.6

Provider included you in decisions

4.7

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.7

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.7

Provider discussed treatment options

4.7

Patient reviews

Verified Patient

March 30, 2026

5.0

This was a great visit with my physician. He answered all my questions.

Verified Patient

March 28, 2026

5.0

I am probably his most difficult patient when it comes to some issues. But he lets me be me and I respect that. I hear and digest every word he says but in the end he lets me make any decisions regarding my health as frustrating as it must be for him.

Verified Patient

March 24, 2026

5.0

Great visit. Dr. Altschuler is always patient and answers questions.

Verified Patient

March 15, 2026

5.0

Dr Altschuler is so amazing..he listens and is quite thorough..the best primary that my wife and I have ever had!

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