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Dr. David Kunkel, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 43
Dr. David Kunkel, MD
4.5 (13 Ratings)

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Dr. David Kunkel, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in San Diego, CA.
Dr. David Kunkel, MD
4.5 (13 Ratings)
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Dr. David Kunkel, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 43
San Diego, CA
Accepting new patients
16 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. David Kunkel, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in San Diego, CA.

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Dr. David Kunkel, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in San Diego, CA and has 16 years experience. They graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with UC San Diego Medical Center. Dr. Kunkel has experience treating conditions like Constipation among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kunkel received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 13 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Kunkel also speaks Spanish. Dr. Kunkel is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Constipation
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Duodenal Polypectomy
Constipation
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Duodenal Polypectomy
Abdominal Pain
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Barrett's Esophagus
Chronic Gastritis
Colorectal Polyp
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenitis
Dysphagia
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Hemorrhoids
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Ulcer
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Viral Enteritis
Vomiting Disorders
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Acute Gastritis
All Types of Food Poisoning
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Celiac Disease
Cirrhosis
Congenital Achalasia
Copper Metabolism Disorders
Crohn's Disease
Cystic Fibrosis
Dehydration
Duodenal Ulcer
Dysentery
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Esophagitis
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Food Allergy
Food Poisoning
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Giardiasis
Heartburn
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Indigestion
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Ischemic Colitis
Lactose Intolerance
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Malnutrition
Nausea
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Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Pancreatic Pseudocyst
Pancreatitis
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Pouchitis
Proctoptosis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rectal Ulcer
Reflux Esophagitis
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Stomach Stenosis
Stomal Ulcer
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Viral Hepatitis
Viral Infection
Vitamin_Deficiency
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

Insurance Accepted

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  • Advantage Health Solutions HMO
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    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
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    Platinum Access+ 25 HMO
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    SignatureValue - CA HMO

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    4303 La Jolla Village Dr Ste 2110, San Diego, CA 92122
  2. 2 Office
    9500 GILMAN DR, La Jolla, CA 92093
  3. 3 Uc San Diego
    200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103
  4. 4 Office
    9350 Campus Point Dr Ste 2B, La Jolla, CA 92037

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Nov 17, 2022
Dr. Kunkel is an incredible physician! He has outstanding fund of knowledge, caring and warm bedside manner, and professional demeanor. He is a leading expert in motility. I have seen many gastroenterologists in the past but Dr. Kunkel is a true gem!
— Nov 17, 2022
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. David Kunkel, MD is a gastroenterology specialist in San Diego, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine in 2008. He specializes in Gastroenterology.
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Languages Spoken
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Gastroenterology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of New Mexico School of Medicine
    2008
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  • Gastroenterology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. David Kunkel, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kunkel's profile.

Dr. David Kunkel, MD is affiliated with UC San Diego Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. David Kunkel, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UC San Diego Medical Center

    200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA