Overview
Athena Philis-Tsimikas is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California.
Dr. Philis-Tsimikas is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Low Blood Sugar, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 92 peer reviewed articles and participating in 11 clinical trials. Dr. Philis-Tsimikas is currently accepting new patients.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
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- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
9898 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Philis-Tsimikas has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas by calling their office at 858-824-5000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas a top-rated expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas is classified as an Elite expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas specialize in?
While Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas is a Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Low Blood Sugar, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Endocrinology.
Does Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas has published 92 articles and abstracts on conditions like Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). You can view a list of Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas accept my insurance?
Dr. Athena Philis-Tsimikas accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 858-824-5000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- Low Blood SugarDr. Philis-Tsimikas isElite. Learn about Low Blood Sugar.
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Philis-Tsimikas isElite. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
- Distinguished
- Gestational DiabetesDr. Philis-Tsimikas isDistinguished. Learn about Gestational Diabetes.
- Maturity Onset Diabetes of the YoungDr. Philis-Tsimikas isDistinguished. Learn about Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.
- Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)Dr. Philis-Tsimikas isDistinguished. Learn about Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).
- Advanced
- ObesityDr. Philis-Tsimikas isAdvanced. Learn about Obesity.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Philis-Tsimikas isAdvanced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- Experienced
- Cushing's syndromeDr. Philis-Tsimikas isExperienced. Learn about Cushing's syndrome.
- Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar SyndromeDr. Philis-Tsimikas isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome.
- Diabetic KetoacidosisDr. Philis-Tsimikas isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Ketoacidosis.
- Diabetic NephropathyDr. Philis-Tsimikas isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Nephropathy.
- Diabetic NeuropathyDr. Philis-Tsimikas isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Neuropathy.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Philis-Tsimikas isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Food AllergyDr. Philis-Tsimikas isExperienced. Learn about Food Allergy.
- MalnutritionDr. Philis-Tsimikas isExperienced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Philis-Tsimikas isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Protein DeficiencyDr. Philis-Tsimikas isExperienced. Learn about Protein Deficiency.
- Rabson-Mendenhall SyndromeDr. Philis-Tsimikas isExperienced. Learn about Rabson-Mendenhall Syndrome.