Dr. James Otoshi, MD
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Dr. James Otoshi, MD
Pulmonary Disease
Dr. James Otoshi, MD is a pulmonologist in Escondido, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1973. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Palomar Medical Center Poway and Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
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Arch Health Medical Group
Arch Health Medical Group
Hospital Highlight
Dr. Otoshi is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway Poway, a highly rated hospital.
At a Glance
- Areas of Expertise • Dr. Otoshi specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Pulmonary Disease. See board certifications
- Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
- Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital • Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Otoshi's Reviews
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4.2
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About Me
biography
After receiving his undergraduate degree from University of Washington, Seattle, graduating Magna Cum Laude, Dr. Otoshi attended Harvard Medical School receiving his M.D. degree in 1973. He completed his internship and residency in internal Medicine...read morePulmonary Disease
Internal Medicine
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University Of California, San Diego
Fellowship HospitalUniversity Of California, San Diego
Residency HospitalUniversity Of California, San Diego
Internship HospitalUniversity Of Washington, Seattle
Undergraduate SchoolHarvard Medical School
Medical School, 1973
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Learn more about medical license public record checkAffiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 10
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
- Recipient of 2
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
83%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% lower than the national average
72%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well4% lower than the national average
- Recipient of 14
hospital awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
75%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% lower than the national average
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