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Physicians

  • Stacie San Miguel, M.D.

    Stacie San Miguel, M.D.

    Not accepting new patients at this time

    Director of Medical Services Group 3 
    Associate Clinical Professor, UCSD Dept. of Family & Preventive Medicine (non-salaried)
    At SHS since 2003

    Education​

    BS, Preprofessional Studies, Univ. of Notre Dame
    MD, UC San Diego

    ​Training and Experience

    Private Practice in Primary Care, Obstetrics and Pediatrics

    Medical Interests

    Reproductive Health, General Medicine, Preventive Health, Transgender Medicine

    Board Certification

    American Board of Family Practice

    Hometown

    My family is from Hawaii, I was born in Colorado, but have lived in San Diego since 1987.

    More About Me

    My interest is in Preventive Health and Reproductive Health. I enjoy knitting, volleyball, basketball and college football.

  • James J. Chun, M.D.

    James J. Chun, M.D.

    Assistant Medical Director
    At SHS since 2023

    Education​

    BS, Georgetown University (Biology/Theology)
    MD, Georgetown University School of Medicine

    ​Training and Experience

    Residency, Pediatrics, Phoenix Children's Hospital/Maricopa Medical Center (AZ)

    Fellowship, Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine, Children's National Medical Center (DC)

    Medical Director, Teen Health Services, Cambridge Health Alliance/Harvard Medical School (MA)

    Medical Officer, United States Navy serving on active duty for 25+years, assigned to various military teaching hospitals, Navy Medicine headquarters, United States Naval Academy, and serving both shipboard and with the Marine Corps in support of combat operations.

    Lead Physician/Interim Medical Director, Student Health and Counseling Services, California State University San Marcos (2017-2022)

    Medical Interests

    Preventive medicine, acute care, sports medicine, dermatology, eating disorders, reproductive health, medical education and mentoring

    Board Certification

    Adolescent Medicine/American Board of Pediatrics

    Hometown

    Washington, DC

    More About Me

    Although native to the East Coast, the Navy has taken my family and me to various wonderful locations, and landing us in beautiful San Diego, where we now call home. I enjoy discovering new places and learning the history and quirks of each destination. My Saturdays in the fall are spent consuming college football. Cooking and creating new dishes are my passion and exploring interesting eats every time we visit some place new.

  • Jonathan Walters, M.D.

    Jonathan Walters, M.D.

    Physician in Group 1
    At SHS since 2005

    Education​

    BS, UC Santa Barbara​
    MD, Rush Medical College, Chicago IL

    ​Training and Experience

    Family Practice, Urgent Care, Sports Medicine

    Medical Interests

    Family Practice, Orthopedics, Preventive Medicine, Dermatology

    Board Certification

    American Board of Family Practice

    Hometown

    New York, NY

    More About Me

    Married, one child. Enjoy skiing, exercise, am a NY Giants fan

  • Amol Doshi, M.D.

    Amol Doshi, M.D.

    Physician in Group 3
    At SHS since 2011

    Education​

    BS, Stanford University
    MD, Harvard Medical School

    ​Training and Experience

    Internship, Scripps Mercy Hospital
    Residency, Preventive Medicine and Public Health, UCSD
    Physician, SDSU Student Health Services (2001-2012)

    Medical Interests

    Dermatology, including acne and skin cancer prevention; Preventive Medicine

    Board Certification

    American Board of Preventive Medicine

    Hometown

    Pittsburgh, PA

    More About Me

    I am married with kids and enjoy exercise, watching football, concerts and worldwide travel.

  •  Vivian Tso, M.D.

    Vivian Tso, M.D.

    Not accepting new patients at this time

    Physician in Group 1
    At SHS since 2014

    Education​

    BS,​ Chemical Engineering, Cornell University
    MD, Mount Sinai Medical School

    Medical Interests

    You, the student

    Board Certification

    American Board of Internal Medicine

    Hometown

    New Brunswick, NJ

  • James LaMar, M.D.

    James LaMar, M.D.

    Physician in Group 2
    At SHS since 2019

    Education​

    BA, Biology CSU Chico
    MD, Loma Linda University
    MPH, Uniformed University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda Maryland

    ​Training and Experience

    U.S.Navy Physician & Flight Surgeon, Occupational Health, Travel Medicine, Epidemiology, Primary and Urgent Care

    Medical Interests

    Preventive Health, Sports Medicine, Rehabilitation through Sports, Surfing Instructor for Naval Medical Center San Diego's Wounded Warriors Program, Operation Amped and Waves of Impact

    Board Certification

    American Board of Preventive Medicine

    Hometown

    Three Rivers, CA, the gateway to Sequoia National Park. I had the opportunity to live all over the U.S. and overseas during my 30 years in the Navy.

    More About Me

    My interests are Preventive Health,Surfing, Sports and Music. I have surfed on both coasts and in Hawaii where I lived for 8 years. I have backpacked in the Sierra Nevada and the Na Pali coast of Kauai. I am the "roadie" for a local band "Old Skool".

  • Genevieve Buenaflor, D.O.

    Genevieve Buenaflor, D.O.

    Physician in Group 2
    At SHS since 2021

    Education​

    BS & BA, UC Irvine
    DO, Western Univ of Health Sciences

    ​Training and Experience

    US Navy medical officer with Marines in NC and onboard USS Cleveland in San Diego; residency in Chino Valley Hospital for Family Medicine

    Medical Interests

    Osteopathic Medicine, Sports Medicine, Acute Care, Geriatrics

    Board Certification

    American Osteopathic Board of Family Medicine

    Hometown

    Bakersfield, CA

    More About Me

    Professional Aunt to two nephews in TX and one niece in VA, and children of co-workers. I love being outdoors, but prefer Glamping to Camping. I would really like to be able to do International Medical Missions again.

  • Veronica Reyes, M.D.

    Veronica Reyes, M.D.

    Physician in Urgent Care
    At SHS since 2022

    Education​

    BS, Animal Physiology and Neuroscience, UC San Diego
    MD, UAG and New York Medical College

    ​Training and Experience

    Family Medicine Residency at UMDNJ New Brunswick, NJ
    Scripps Coastal Medical Center—working in primary care

    Medical Interests

    I believe in preventive and integrative medicine, keeping my patients healthy by helping them to make healthy choices, and treating the body as a whole. I also enjoy reproductive health.

    Board Certification

    Family Medicine

    Hometown

    I was born in El Paso, Texas, but was raised in Mexico, and then moved to San Diego.

    More About Me

    In my free time, I like spending time with my family and my dog. I love exploring the California coast.

  • Vishaal Buch, M.D.

    Vishaal Buch, M.D.

    Physician in Urgent Care
    At SHS since 2023

    Education​

    BS, Undergraduate Alumnus of UC San Diego
    MD, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, MD

    ​Training and Experience

    Medical Director/Acting CMO at San Fernando Community Health Center (FHQC)
    Medical Officer with the United States Air Force

    Medical Interests

    Urgent Care, Primary Care, Disease Management, Medical Administration

    Board Certification

    Family Medicine

    More About Me

    In his off time, he enjoys spending time with his family, experiencing all the different activities San Diego has to offer. 

  • Lilia Peress, M.D.

    Lilia Peress, M.D.

    Physician 
    At SHS since 2023

    Education​

    B.S., Cell and Molecular Biology, University of Michigan
    M.D., University of Michigan Medical School

    ​Training and Experience

    Residency, Wayne State University/Ascencion Providence Rochester, MI

    Medical Interests

    Sports Medicine, Dermatology, Integrative Medicine, Prevention

    Board Certification

    American Board of Family Medicine

    Hometown

    Detroit, Michigan

    More About Me

    I enjoy staying active, cooking, reading, and horticulture. 

  • Sabrina Perrino, M.D.

    Sabrina Perrino, M.D.

    Physician 
    At SHS since 2024

    Education​

    B.S. & M.S., Biology, University of California San Diego
    M.D., Medicine, New York Medical College

    ​Training and Experience

    Residency, Loma Linda University Loma Linda

    Physician, Kaiser Permanente San Diego (2015-2024)

    Medical Interests

    Mental Health, Chronic Diseases, Dermatology, Sports Medicine, and Prevention

    Board Certification

    American Board of Pediatrics

    Hometown

    San Diego, California

    More About Me

    Dr. Perrino is on the Executive Board of the American Academy of Pediatrics-CA3 local chapter, co-founder of the San Diego Pediatricians for Clean Air, and former Board Member of the Afghan-American Community Organization. In her free time, she enjoys being outdoors with her family.