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Dr. George Grifka, MD

Cardiology* Age 73
Dr. George Grifka, MD
4.5 (12 Ratings)
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Dr. George Grifka, MD

Cardiology* Age 73
Santa Monica, CA
Accepting new patients
47 years of experience
 

Overview

Dr. George Grifka, MD works in Santa Monica, CA as a Cardiology Specialist and has 47 years experience.

They are board certified in Cardiovascular Disease and graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES / CENTER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES in 1977. Dr. Grifka has has worked on more claims relating to Chest Pain, Atherosclerosis and Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Grifka has received an average rating of 4.5 from patients and has been reviewed 12 times. They are affiliated with Providence Saint John''s Health Center. They are accepting new patients. Dr. Grifka also speaks French and Spanish. Dr. Grifka practices at Practice in Santa Monica, CA.

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Locations

  1. 1 Metro Heart Associates
    2001 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 670W, Santa Monica, CA 90404

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Mar 23, 2022
Dr. Grifka is a thorough, and very caring doctor. He makes every visit so special, and so personalized. You feel like you are the most important patient. He helped save my life with his knowledge, his commitment, and excellent follow up. You are in for a real treat when you visit his office. He is kind, and I recommend Dr. George H. Grifka 100%.
— Mar 23, 2022
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Languages Spoken
French
Spanish
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Specialties*
Cardiology
Internal Medicine
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Education

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Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES / CENTER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES
    1977
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Cardiovascular Disease and Internal Medicine
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Dr. George Grifka, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Grifka accepts Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of California as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Grifka accepts here.

Dr. Grifka frequently sees patients for Chest Pain, Atherosclerosis and Coronary Artery Disease (CAD).

Yes, Dr. Grifka speaks French and Spanish. See Dr. Grifka's profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.

Dr. Grifka has a star rating of 4.5/5 and has been reviewed 12 times.

Dr. Grifka is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Internal Medicine.

Dr. Grifka has been practicing as a Cardiology Specialist for 47 years.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • Providence Saint John''s Health Center

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