Dr. Ernesto Cortez, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist in Bellflower, CA and has 35 years experience. They graduated from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific in 1989 and completed a residency at Pacific Hospital of Long Beach.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with PIH Health Downey Hospital. At present, Dr. Cortez received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 7 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Cortez also speaks Spanish. Dr. Cortez is board certified in Family Practice/OMT and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Bellflower Home Health Inc
10251 Artesia Blvd, Bellflower, CA 90706
Directions (562) 867-8681
Via Care Community Health Center
10230 Artesia Blvd Ste 207, Bellflower, CA 90706
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75 Remittance Dr Dept 6008, Chicago, IL 60675
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Jul 24, 2021

All around good doctor. Things became difficult with covid but I understand a lot of it was out of his control.

Debs — Jul 24, 2021

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Family Medicine

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Education

Medical Education

Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
1989

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Family Practice/OMT and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine

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Residency Hospital

Pacific Hospital of Long Beach
1993

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What are Dr. Cortez's top areas of expertise?

Dr. Cortez in specializes in Family Medicine. See more on Sharecare.

What is Dr. Cortez's office address?

Dr. Cortez's office is located at 10251 Artesia Blvd Bellflower, CA 90706. You can find other locations and directions on Sharecare.

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Is Dr. Ernesto Cortez, DO able to provide telehealth services?

Dr. Cortez provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.

Is Dr. Ernesto Cortez, DO affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Ernesto Cortez, DO is affiliated with PIH Health Downey Hospital.

Is Dr. Ernesto Cortez, DO a board-certified professional?

Yes, Dr. Ernesto Cortez, DO holds board certification in Family Practice/OMT and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine.

Does Dr. Ernesto Cortez, DO receive good ratings from patients?

Dr. Ernesto Cortez, DO has a star rating of 4.3/5. See more patient feedback on Sharecare.

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PIH Health Downey Hospital
11500 Brookshire Ave, Downey, CA

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