Dr. Stephen Summers, MD
Dr. Stephen Summers, MD is a general surgeon in Chula Vista, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego and Sharp Coronado Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
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751 Medical Center Ct Chula Vista, CA 91911Make an Appointment
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care philosophy
As a Sharp HealthCare-affiliated physician, I strive to make a difference every day and to deliver compassionate, personalized health care. I believe in working with my patients to provide the best treatment options and care possible for each individual. This is health care the way it should be.General Surgery
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Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1988
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89%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
82%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well4% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 4
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
78%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well3% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 14
hospital awardsAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
76%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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