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Dr. Paul Cotten, MD

Dr. Paul Cotten, MD

Anesthesiology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Cotten, MD is an anesthesiologist in Escondido, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Dakota in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Palomar Medical Center Escondido and Palomar Medical Center Poway.

5 Star Rating
Based on 1 review 5 Star Rating (1 review)

Practice

2185 Citracado Pkwy Escondido, CA 92029

Make an Appointment

(858) 673-6100

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Cotten is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido Escondido, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Cotten specializes in the area of Anesthesiology. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. • See hospitals
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Dr. Cotten's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cotten

5.0

1 rating, 1 with written review
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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
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Shannon E. in San Diego, CA – Apr 13, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Paul Cotten, MD is an anesthesiologist in Escondido, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Dakota in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Palomar Medical Center Escondido and Palomar Medical Center Poway.

  • Anesthesiology

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  • University Of South Dakota

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
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Anesthesiology
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Locations

Practice

Palomar Medical Center Laboratory2185 Citracado Pkwy Escondido, CA 92029
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Practice

Office16955 Via del Campo Ste 215 San Diego, CA 92127
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Palomar Medical Center Escondido

    2185 Citracado Pkwy
    Escondido, CA 92029
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Patient 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

    America’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 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

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Palomar Medical Center Poway

    15615 Pomerado Rd
    Poway, CA 92064
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient 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 awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido

    555 E Valley Pkwy
    Escondido, CA 92025
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    Patient 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 awards
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