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Dr. Lester Mohler, MD

Dr. Lester Mohler, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Lester Mohler, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in San Diego, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center and Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego. He is accepting new patients.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Practice

7485 Mission Valley Rd Ste 104A San Diego, CA 92108

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Mohler

2.8

33 ratings, 13 with a written review
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4 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
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Carol – Jun 19, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Dave Duke – May 31, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Richard Edward Showalter – Apr 11, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
Helpful
May 06, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Jan 30, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 24, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kate Gaunt – Dec 11, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 28, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Joey Dusina in San Diego – Dec 27, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Poway, CA – Aug 03, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
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Kanika Swafford in Carlsbad, CA – Mar 28, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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san diego, ca – Mar 24, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
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Lupe in San Diego, CA – Sep 26, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Lester Mohler, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in San Diego, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities UC San Diego...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Bone & Joint Non-Surgical Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Trauma Surgery

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedics

  • Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Wa|university Of Washington, Seattle

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Ca|university Ca San Diego Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Penn State University|penn State University Hershey Medical Center

    Internship Hospital
  • Ohio State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Hand Surgery
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
American Board of Medical Specialties
Sports Medicine
Self designated 
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  • California Orthopaedic Association, Member

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Locations

Practice

California Orthopaedic Institute7485 Mission Valley Rd Ste 104A San Diego, CA 92108
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center

    200 W Arbor Dr
    San Diego, CA 92103
    Recipient of 50
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego

    4077 5th Ave
    San Diego, CA 92103
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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