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Dr. David J. Fischer, MD

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(Dr. David Fischer, MD)

(434 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Rheumatology

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), David Geffen School of Medicine

Professional interests include: food allergy, Sjogren's syndrome, psoriatic arthritis, and more.

4000 Dublin Boulevard Floor 2
Dublin, CA 94568

(510) 498-2372

Dr. David J. Fischer, MD is a rheumatologist in Fremont, CA specializing in adult rheumatology. He graduated from University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), David Geffen School of Medicine. Dr. David J. Fischer, MD is affiliated with Sutter Health.

Office Locations

3200 Kearney Street Building 2, Floor 2
Fremont, CA 94538

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Sutter Health

4000 Dublin Boulevard Floor 2
Dublin, CA 94568

(510) 498-2372

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Sutter Health

795 El Camino Real Lee Building, Level 2
Palo Alto, CA 94301

(650) 853-2275

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Some issues Dr. David J. Fischer, MD can help you with:

Asthma

Asthma is a chronic lung disease where the tissue and airways of the lungs become extremely sensitive to certain substances. When these substances are breathed in, the lungs become inflamed. The muscles around the airways tighten and squeeze the lungs, and passages within the lungs swell and tighten. The airways themselves produce mucus, which further clogs the tightened, swollen airways. A person having an asthma attack finds it very difficult to breathe, and a severe attack can even be fatal.

Asthma affects people of all ages, but people with asthma are most often diagnosed as children. Symptoms can include wheezing, a tight feeling in the chest, shortness of breath, and coughing. Some people have mild symptoms all the time, and some people have no symptoms at all, but everyone with asthma is susceptible to occasional severe attacks or flare-ups of symptoms when they are exposed to triggers. Triggers vary widely but can include:

Allergens (dust mites, pet fur, mold, pollen, grass)
Irritants (smoke, pollution, dust, chemicals)
Viral infections
Physical activity, especially outdoors
Certain medications or chemicals in foods (aspirin, sulfites)

Treatment for most asthma patients involves three steps. Patients learn what their asthma triggers are and avoid them. They take a daily control medication, usually an inhaled corticosteroid, to reduce inflammation in the lungs. Also, they have rescue medication with them at all times to take in case of a severe attack. These quick-acting inhaled medications relax the muscles around the airways and allow the lungs to open up for air.

There is no cure for asthma, but with treatment it should not interfere with daily life and activities.

Autoimmune Diseases

An autoimmune disorder happens when the immune system mistakenly attacks the tissues of its own body, causing symptoms of illness. There are more than 80 different types of autoimmune disorders. While some are very rare, others are fairly common. Combined, autoimmune disorders are one of the leading causes of death and disability in the United States, affecting approximately 24 million people.

A properly working immune system identifies foreign substances in the body that might cause illness, such as bacteria and viruses. The immune system then creates antibodies which attack the foreign substances, neutralizing them and keeping the body safe. In people with autoimmune disorders, something goes wrong with this process. For reasons that are not fully understand, the immune system creates antibodies to attack the patient's own tissues.

Symptoms of an autoimmune disorder depend on which tissue is being attacked by the immune system, but common symptoms of autoimmune disease include fever, fatigue, and a general feeling of just not being well. Autoimmune disorders are more common in women than in men, and they may run in families. Autoimmune disorders can affect various parts of the body such as blood vessels, connective tissue, endocrine glands, joints, muscles, red blood cells, skin, and many others.

It is common to have more than one autoimmune disorder at a time. Most are chronic, or life-long illnesses, although they may come and go in flares. Treatment for autoimmune disorders depends on which part of the body is being attacked. For example:

A type 1 diabetic whose pancreas has been damaged will need insulin.
A person with Hashimoto's whose thyroid has been damaged will need replacement thyroid hormones.
Someone with Sjogren's syndrome will need eye drops and mouth rinses to replace tears and saliva.

Many autoimmune disorders of all kinds are treated with immune-suppressing medications, such as corticosteroids (e.g. prednisone) to reduce the effect of the immune system.

Skin Issues

The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.

Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.

Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.

Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.

Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.

Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.

Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.

Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David J. Fischer, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Fremont, CA during 2012 were injections, aspiration, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	153
doctor visit	745
immunotherapy	42
injections	220
preventive care	45
vaccines	45

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David J. Fischer, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Fremont, CA during 2013 were injections, aspiration and immunotherapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	135
doctor visit	689
immunotherapy	35
injections	197

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	107
Female	246

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	257
Black	13
Hispanic	21
Asian	50
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	169
From 75 to 84	100
85 and over	49
Less than 65	35

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD in 2013

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	16
Dementia	4
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David J. Fischer, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Fremont, CA during 2014 were injections, aspiration, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	186
doctor visit	831
injections	230
preventive care	55
vaccines	55

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	122
Female	304

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	298
Black	24
Hispanic	20
Asian	63
Other	21
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	181
From 75 to 84	145
85 and over	62
Less than 65	38

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD in 2014

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	14
Dementia	4
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David J. Fischer, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Fremont, CA during 2015 were injections, aspiration, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	168
doctor visit	877
injections	224
preventive care	63
vaccines	63

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	272
Female	628

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	668
Black	24
Hispanic	48
Asian	110
Other	50
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	394
From 75 to 84	312
85 and over	120
Less than 65	74

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD in 2015

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	14
Dementia	5
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David J. Fischer, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Fremont, CA during 2016 were injections, aspiration, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	163
doctor visit	857
injections	209
preventive care	73
vaccines	73

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	140
Female	306

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	319
Black	15
Hispanic	22
Asian	62
Other	28
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	192
From 75 to 84	158
85 and over	61
Less than 65	35

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD in 2016

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	16
Dementia	6
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David J. Fischer, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Fremont, CA during 2017 were injections, aspiration, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	78
doctor visit	834
injections	100
preventive care	62
vaccines	62

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	129
Female	304

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	306
Black	14
Hispanic	23
Asian	65
Other	25
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	179
From 75 to 84	159
85 and over	64
Less than 65	31

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD in 2017

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	18
Dementia	4
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David J. Fischer, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Fremont, CA during 2018 were injections, aspiration, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	113
doctor visit	894
injections	158
preventive care	44
vaccines	44

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	149
Female	347

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	359
Black	17
Hispanic	26
Asian	67
Other	27
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	198
From 75 to 84	179
85 and over	76
Less than 65	43

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD in 2018

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	15
Dementia	5
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David J. Fischer, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Fremont, CA during 2019 were injections, aspiration, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	125
doctor visit	937
injections	168
preventive care	37
vaccines	37

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	179
Female	343

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	382
Black	13
Hispanic	25
Asian	68
Other	34
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	217
From 75 to 84	183
85 and over	81
Less than 65	41

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD in 2019

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	16
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David J. Fischer, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Fremont, CA during 2020 were injections, aspiration, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	115
doctor visit	753
injections	145
preventive care	34
vaccines	34

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	161
Female	334

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	338
Black	17
Hispanic	29
Asian	75
Other	36
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	223
From 75 to 84	170
85 and over	66
Less than 65	36

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD in 2020

Hypertension	46
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	17
Dementia	6
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David J. Fischer, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Fremont, CA during 2021 were injections, aspiration, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	87
doctor visit	778
injections	122
preventive care	30
vaccines	30

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	161
Female	323

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	338
Black	0
Hispanic	24
Asian	62
Other	41
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	186
From 75 to 84	188
85 and over	80
Less than 65	30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD in 2021

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	19
Dementia	7
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David J. Fischer, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Fremont, CA during 2022 were injections and aspiration.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	66
doctor visit	723
injections	96

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	137
Female	303

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	312
Black	13
Hispanic	22
Asian	65
Other	28
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	169
From 75 to 84	169
85 and over	73
Less than 65	29

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD in 2022

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	35
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	17
Dementia	3
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. David J. Fischer, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Fremont, CA were injections, aspiration, preventive care and vaccines.

aspiration	126
doctor visit	810
immunotherapy	38
injections	169
preventive care	49
vaccines	49

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	141
Female	312

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	13
Asian / Pacific Islander	62
Non-Hispanic White	325
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	23
Other	27

**Age**
75 to 84	160
85 and over	66
Less than 65	35
65 to 74	191

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. David J. Fischer, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	46
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	17
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	14
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Cancer	10
Dementia	4

Education & Training

Dr. David J. Fischer, MD graduated from University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), David Geffen School of Medicine. He completed residency at University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Allergy and Immunology - Board Certified and has a state license in California.

Medical School: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), David Geffen School of Medicine

Residency: University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: Allergy and Immunology - Board Certified

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. David J. Fischer, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Sutter Health

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. David J. Fischer, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Blue Shield of California, Medicare Advantage, HealthSmart, MultiPlan, United Healthcare, TRICARE, Cigna, Alliance PPO, Anthem Blue Cross of California, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Accepted Valley Health Plan Plans: Classic Commercial HMO Plan only, Accepted Central California Alliance for Health Plans: TotalCare (HMO D-SNP), Accepted SCAN Plans: SCAN Compass (HMO), Accepted Santa Clara Family Health Plan Plans: DualConnect (HMO D-SNP), Accepted Provider Networks of America Plans: PPO, Accepted Sutter Health Plan Plans: Individual and Family Plan HMO: Large and Small Group HMO, Accepted Chinese Community Health Plan Plans: Active Choice- PPO Silver: Amber 50 HMO Silver: American Indian/Alaskan Native (Covered CA for Individual & Families): Bronze 60 HDHP HMO (including... and Accepted Aetna Plans: Aetna Choice POS II: Aetna Select EPO: Aetna Select Open Access: Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA): Aetna Student Health Program: Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA): Health Fund....

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. David J. Fischer, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Blue Shield of California

Medicare Advantage

HealthSmart

MultiPlan

United Healthcare

TRICARE

Cigna

Alliance PPO

Anthem Blue Cross of California

Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)

Accepted Valley Health Plan Plans: Classic Commercial HMO Plan only

Accepted Central California Alliance for Health Plans: TotalCare (HMO D-SNP)

Accepted SCAN Plans: SCAN Compass (HMO)

Accepted Santa Clara Family Health Plan Plans: DualConnect (HMO D-SNP)

Accepted Provider Networks of America Plans: PPO

Accepted Sutter Health Plan Plans: Individual and Family Plan HMO: Large and Small Group HMO

Accepted Chinese Community Health Plan Plans: Active Choice- PPO Silver: Amber 50 HMO Silver: American Indian/Alaskan Native (Covered CA for Individual & Families): Bronze 60 HDHP HMO (including...

Accepted Aetna Plans: Aetna Choice POS II: Aetna Select EPO: Aetna Select Open Access: Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA): Aetna Student Health Program: Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA): Health Fund...

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. David J. Fischer, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.87 out of 5 stars based on 434 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. David J. Fischer, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Fremont, CA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. David J. Fischer, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$115 SOLIRIS $115
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.	$52 NUCALA $33	BENLYSTA $19
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.	$16 $16
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.	$15 DUPIXENT DUPILUMAB INJECTION $15
Lilly USA, LLC	$12 $12

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$198
Education	$12

Biography

Dr. David Fischer sees patients in Palo Alto, CA, Fremont, CA, and Dublin, CA. His medical specialty is adult rheumatology. His average patient rating is 5.0 stars (out of 5). Areas of expertise for Dr. Fischer include psoriatic arthritis, lupus, and polymyositis. Dr. Fischer can take Anthem, Blue California, HealthSmart, and more. He attended the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), David Geffen School of Medicine and then went on to complete his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Washington. Dr. Fischer is affiliated with Sutter Health. Sutter Health reports that he is accepting new patients at his office in Fremont, CA.