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Neelima V. Chu, MD
5.0
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Endocrinology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Rees-Stealy
Insurance
Neelima V. Chu, MD
5.0
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Endocrinology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Rees-Stealy
Insurance
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Accepting new patients
Virtual visits available
Location and phone
5525 Grossmont Center Drive
Floor 4
La Mesa, CA 91942-3009
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About Neelima V. Chu, MD
I practice as a team with Dr. Deborah Oh, and we work together to provide you excellent care. I feel that being a physician is one of the noblest professions. I am honored to have the opportunity to guide patients on their health care journey. I love the science involved but above all I enjoy the interactions I have daily with such wonderful people. It is truly a privilege to be in a position to help someone. I believe in empowering each patient with the knowledge of their medical condition to achieve the goal of good health. There is a tremendous amount of information available online, and I believe it is my responsibility to help individuals understand the difference between fact and fiction. I love to travel and spend time with my family when I am not working. I have lovely teenage twin daughters who keep me busy with all of their extracurricular activities. For relaxation, I enjoy reading, cooking and watching movies.
Age: 55
In practice since: 2001
Gender: Female
Languages: Telugu
Education
University of California, San Diego: Fellowship
Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center: Residency
Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center: Internship
University of Vermont: Medical School
Hospital affiliation
Areas of focus
- Adrenal disorders
- General endocrinology
- Lifestyle Medicine
- Pituitary tumors
- Thyroid problems
To confirm coverage for specific treatments and procedures, contact your physician or health plan.
NPI
1154407443
Insurance plans accepted
Neelima V. Chu, MD, accepts 34 health insurance plans.
Ratings and reviews
5.0
204 ratings
Patient ratings
Provider included you in decisions
5.0
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
5.0
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
5.0
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
5.0
Provider discussed treatment options
4.9
Patient reviews
Verified Patient
September 23, 2026
5.0
A very caring Specialist that made me feel comfortable, and listened to and answered all my questions. Very easy to discuss care with this doctor, highly recommended.
Verified Patient
September 18, 2026
5.0
Dr. Chu Is a wonderful kind and caring doctor. She always takes time to explain my test results and Includes my Input in my health care. She provided me with information to help reduce my cost for the expensive drug Synthroid. I brought it in the next day and it's already been faxed. She has a great team working with her, which makes entire experience a truly positive one.
Verified Patient
September 14, 2026
5.0
I think dr Chu is the best doctor ever
Verified Patient
September 14, 2026
5.0
My first visit with Dr. Chu was a very good experience for me
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