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Carolyn Vargas, MD, Internal Medicine, San Pedro, CA

CarolynJoannVargasMD

Internal Medicine San Pedro, CA

Staff physician

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  • Office

    1600 S. Gaffey St.
    San Pedro, CA 90731
    Phone+1 310-548-0201
    Fax+1 310-548-4492

Summary

  • Board-certified internist with over 30 years of experience in inpatient and outpatient care, specializing in chronic disease management, geriatric medicine, and preventive cardiology. Passionate about patient education, lifestyle interventions, and mentoring medical students. Proficient in multiple EHR systems, including Dragon voice activated system. Committed to continuous learning and excellence in medical practice.

Education & Training

  • St Mary's Hospital and Medical Center
    St Mary's Hospital and Medical CenterResidency, Internal Medicine, 1992 - 1994
  • St Mary's Hospital and Medical Center
    St Mary's Hospital and Medical CenterInternship, Internal Medicine, 1991 - 1992
  • University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine
    University of California, Irvine, School of MedicineClass of 1991

Certifications & Licensure

  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 1993 - 2026
  • UT State Medical License
    UT State Medical License 2025 - 2026
  • WA State Medical License
    WA State Medical License 2019 - 2020
  • American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • American Board of Internal Medicine

Professional Memberships

Other Languages

  • Spanish