Dr. Arthur Blain
Primary Care, Family Medicine
CA
25 years experience male
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I am a Family Physician with 23 years experience, did my undergraduate degree in biochemistry at UCLA, MD at New York Medical College, residency at UC San Diego, and have worked in a variety of civilian and military healthcare settings over the years. I am married with four boys, volunteer in youth coaching and service groups, and enjoy running, biking, and open water swimming. I practice full scope Family Medicine with patients of all ages and medical conditions, with special interest in sports medicine, geriatrics, diabetes, asthma, and preventive medicine.
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Family Medicine
Licenses
United States: California, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Virginia
Languages spoken
English
Doctor Q&A
85 Answers
7 Agrees
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A 32-year-old female asked:
Dr. Arthur Blain answered
25 years experience Family Medicine
Hip / shoulder pain: not sure what "plate" means - do you have hardware in place from surgery? If not, you are describing either arthritis or tendonitis most likely. Thi ... Read More
A 20-year-old male asked:
Dr. Arthur Blain answered
25 years experience Family Medicine
Black spots vision: Your Ophtho sounds right, but if you are doubtful get a 2nd opinion
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A 27-year-old female asked:
Dr. Arthur Blain answered
25 years experience Family Medicine
Adrenal nodule: You need to see an Endocrinologist as well as a General Surgeon (or other Surgeon who specializes in Adrenal masses) -- appropriate lab testing and su ... Read More
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This was very helpful. Thanks! Thank you. I wouldn't worry about addiction. My mom got the prescription for her jaw and has only taken 5 of 16. She is scared, and anything that might take the edge o...Read More
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This was very helpful. Thanks! Thank you ! I made arrangements to see a Dermatologist. In fact my appointment is tomorrow. Once again thanks!~
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Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
New York Medical College, NY
Graduated 1996MD
Residency
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA SAN DIEGO MEDICAL CENTER
Completed 2001
Awards
2002-2005- AMA Physician's Recognition Award
Fellow of the American Academy of Family Medicine
Affiliations
American Academy of Family Physicians
Virtual Visit Ratings
2 top reviews
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