Jaafar Al-Dahwi, MD

Internal Medicine

Jaafar Al-Dahwi is an Internal Medicine specialist based in San Diego, CA with over 18 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(858) 268-1111San Diego, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Patients across CA can see Jaafar Al-Dahwi, MD in person in San Diego or via virtual visit — no travel required. He has been practicing since 2015 — over 18 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, mood disorders, and high cholesterol.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 52% of reporting doctors in California
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 3,565 Internal Medicine providers in CASee all Internal Medicine in San Diego18+ years experienceNPI since 2015

Older · 938dNPPES updated 2023-10-30 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

3880 Murphy Canyon Rd Ste 120, San Diego, CA 92123-4411

Fax: (858) 268-0761
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, Mood Disorders, and High Cholesterol.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+1%)71%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
67%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-5%)65%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+31%)65%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+31%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Higher than avg (+27%)59%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor

Substance Use Disorders
46%

Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues

Schizophrenia
44%

A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-11%)38%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Board certified · Oct 29, 2023

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 18 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 421199, San Diego, CA 92142-1199

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Jaafar Al-Dahwi

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Jaafar Al-Dahwi for blood pressure monitoring, mood disorder follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to San Diego required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jaafar Al-Dahwi

Dr. Al-Dahwi is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in San Diego, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (858) 268-1111.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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