UC San Diego Health Express Care – Downtown San Diego

Chris Skaalen 4 months ago

After flying in from Minnesota, I developed severe muscle spasms in my neck. Went to UCSD urgent care, was able to get right in and reception, nurse and doctor were very attentive and took care of me right away. 5 star experience and saved our vacation.

Ashley Weisz 5 months ago

Our family has used the UCSD Express Care downtown location for several years now, and we truly cannot say enough good things about this team. They have been a saving grace for us more times than we can count — on weekends, weekdays, and moments when we really needed timely, reliable care without going to the hospital. The nurses and doctors are consistently incredible: knowledgeable, calm, and genuinely caring. The front desk staff are always kind, professional, and efficient, which makes a stressful situation feel much more manageable from the moment you walk in. This location is convenient, well-run, and extremely professional. We’re so grateful to have this Express Care available to our family and deeply appreciate the care and compassion shown every time we’ve needed help.

Evan Lewis 5 months ago

Came here today while traveling and from out of town. The woman at the front desk told me they couldn’t see me for 3hrs because they’re so busy. I’ve been sitting in the waiting room for an hour and not one patient has come in. Then I was told I need to leave so they could have lunch at noon. It was only 11:30 at the time. They shouldn’t call this urgent care… they should call this “we don’t care” lol

e c 4 months ago

PA Kerri Thompson is extremely rude and should not be in her position. Lied blatantly in after clinic notes including how I complied with what she was saying (i was not), and refused to offer any sort of guidance or explanation as to why she wouldn’t help prescribe what I needed. Never had this problem anywhere else

Drew Sherwood 5 months ago

I am very grateful for the care I received from Dr. Laventure during my visit at UCSD Medical Downtown. From the very beginning, he took the time to deeply explain my symptoms, potential concerns, and all possible diagnoses in a way that was clear, thoughtful, and reassuring. It was obvious that he is extremely knowledgeable, but what stood out most was how much he truly cared about helping me feel my best. He even took extra time to explore other symptoms I was experiencing just to be absolutely certain there was no other condition being overlooked. That level of thoroughness and compassion is rare and appreciated. This is an excellent medical facility, and I am thankful to have such a strong, trusted healthcare resource so close to home in downtown San Diego. Thank you to Dr. Laventure and the entire UCSD Health team for the outstanding care.