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Michael Holtel, MD

Medical doctor (MD)
ENT (otolaryngology) (board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Rees-Stealy

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Location and phone

  1. Sharp Rees-Stealy San Diego
    2929 Health Center Drive
    San Diego, CA 92123
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  2. Sharp Rees-Stealy Scripps Ranch
    10670 Wexford St.
    San Diego, CA 92131
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Care schedule

Sharp Rees-Stealy San Diego
2929 Health Center Drive
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About Michael Holtel, MD

I come from a long line of engineers and teachers, but no one in my family was in the medical field. I think perhaps when I broke my wrist and a kind orthopedic surgeon took care of it, I started thinking about medicine. Certainly the more I looked into it, the more I knew in my heart that this was my passion. Medicine, and in particular surgery, provides a unique opportunity to help people. It is important to take the time to really listen to my patients and provide care tailored to their needs. Outside of work, I enjoy just about any activity that relates to the water, such as diving, surfing, swimming or paddling down rivers. I also like gardening - particularly orchids, tropical plants and fruit trees.
Age:
 65
In practice since:
 2008
Gender:
 Male
Languages: 
English
Education
National Naval Medical Center:
 Internship
Naval Hospital Oakland:
 Residency
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences:
 Medical School
Hospital affiliation
Areas of focus
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NPI
1073584397
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Insurance plans accepted

Michael Holtel, MD, accepts 37 health insurance plans.

Ratings and reviews

4.9

177 ratings
Patient ratings
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.9
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
4.9
Care provider’s efforts to include you in decisions about your care
4.9
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
5.0
Provider discussed treatment options
4.9
Patient reviews
Verified Patient
December 29, 2023

5.0

Dr Holtel the best!
Verified Patient
December 17, 2023

5.0

Dr. Very understanding to the sensitivities of the patient.
Verified Patient
December 10, 2023

5.0

Dr. Holtel is an excellent doctor and surgeon. He listens, gives me my options of treatment, includes me in decisions regarding my health. He takes his time, listens and gives clear recommendations. I trust him.
Verified Patient
December 3, 2023

5.0

I tell all my friends that if they need an ENT that Dr. Holtel is the very best. I highly recommend him.
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Over 50 recognitions
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