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Wayne O. Kurisu, MD

4.9

405 ratings

Doctor of medicine (MD)

Internal medicine

(board certified)

Medical Group

Sharp Rees-Stealy

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Sharp Rees-Stealy Downtown

858-499-2703
Fax: 619-446-1742

300 Fir Street
Floor 3
San Diego, CA 92101

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  1. Sharp Rees-Stealy Downtown

    300 Fir Street
    Floor 3
    San Diego, CA 92101
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    858-499-2703
    Fax: 619-446-1742

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About Wayne O. Kurisu, MD

I chose a career in medicine because I like listening to people.

Age: 58
In practice since: 1999
Gender: Male

Education

University of California, San Diego: Residency
University of California, San Francisco: Medical School
University of California, San Diego: Internship

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NPI

1881606309

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Insurance plans accepted

Wayne O. Kurisu, MD, accepts 34 health insurance plans.

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Ratings and reviews

4.9

405 ratings

Patient ratings

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.9

Provider included you in decisions

4.9

Provider discussed treatment options

4.9

Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others

4.9

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.9

Patient reviews

Verified Patient

January 29, 2026

5.0

Dr. Kurisu heals with expertise, LISTENING to his patients , and with COMPASSION. He honestly cares about us. And he will change instructions to fit new data.

Verified Patient

January 25, 2026

5.0

Dr. Kurisu is the best Doctor ever and I have recommended him.

Verified Patient

January 23, 2026

5.0

Dr. Kurisu is the best! Very easy to work with and talk to.

Verified Patient

January 19, 2026

5.0

Dr. K is an outstanding doctor!

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Over 250 recognitions

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