Expertise in
4
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Dr. Gary S. Firestein

Rheumatology
UCSD Medical Offices South Pharmacy
4168 Front St, 
San Diego, CA 
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Expertise in
4
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UCSD Medical Offices South Pharmacy
4168 Front St, 
San Diego, CA 

Overview

Gary Firestein is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California.

Dr. Firestein is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, Vasculitis, Synovitis, and Tissue Biopsy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 146 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Rheumatology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CA

Hospital Affiliations

Uc San Diego Health Hillcrest - Hillcrest Med Ctr

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID

Locations

UCSD Medical Offices South Pharmacy
4168 Front St, San Diego, CA 92103

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.

146 Total Publications

Low-Dose Interleukin-2 Enhances Activated Suppressor Regulatory T Cells and CTLA-4 and HLA-DR Expression in Chronic Chikungunya Arthritis.
Low-Dose Interleukin-2 Enhances Activated Suppressor Regulatory T Cells and CTLA-4 and HLA-DR Expression in Chronic Chikungunya Arthritis.
Journal: Pathogens (Basel, Switzerland)
Published: June 17, 2026
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San Diego, CA 
 (0.1 miles away)
619-543-6248
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English
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Gary S. Firestein

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Is Dr. Gary S. Firestein a top-rated expert for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Gary S. Firestein is classified as an Elite expert for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), 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. Gary S. Firestein specialize in?

While Dr. Gary S. Firestein is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, and Vasculitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.

Does Dr. Gary S. Firestein participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Gary S. Firestein has published 146 articles and abstracts on conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). You can view a list of Dr. Gary S. Firestein's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Gary S. Firestein accept my insurance?

Dr. Gary S. Firestein accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and Medicaid. We recommend calling the office directly at 619-543-6248 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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