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About William Andrew, DO

William Andrew, DO, is a board-certified family medicine doctor who provides primary care for patients of all ages, including preventive care and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. He specializes in sports medicine including diagnosing, treating and preventing injuries associated with athletics. He also has training in and practices osteopathic manual medicine.

Dr. Andrew uses a holistic approach to care with an emphasis on shared decision making. He considers it a privilege to be part of an individual's health care team and helping patients achieve their health goals.

He is a team physician for the UC San Diego Tritons and associate team physician for the San Diego Seals professional indoor lacrosse team.

He completed fellowship training in sports medicine and residency training in family medicine at UC San Diego School of Medicine. Dr. Andrew completed his doctor of osteopathy degree from Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. He is board certified in family medicine and sports medicine.

Dr. Andrew is a member of the American Board of Family Medicine, the American Academy of Family Medicine Physicians and the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine.

In his free time, he enjoys exercise and fitness, including Olympic weightlifting, CrossFit, basketball, hiking, swimming, science fiction, creative writing, traveling and spending time with family.

UC San Diego Health Links

For more information, see Primary Care and Sports Medicine.

Medical DegreeMidwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, Downer’s Grove, ILResidencyUC San Diego School of Medicine, San Diego, CAFellowshipUC San Diego School of Medicine, San Diego, CA
GenderMale
Date Joined Staff2021-08-01
Board Certifications
American Board of Family MedicineSports Medicine
Conditions and Treatments
  • Comprehensive Care for the Individual and Family
  • Care for All Ages
  • Family Practice
  • Overall Health and Well-Being
  • Management of Common and Long-Term Illnesses in Children and Adults
  • Sports Injuries
  • Athletic Injuries
  • Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine

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Reviews

Ratings and comments are gathered from NRC Health patient experience surveys. Ratings are an average of all responses to the question, “How likely would you be to recommend this provider to your family and friends?” with 5 stars being the highest.

  • Very confident with Dr. Andrew and all the staff at the Sports Medicine Facility.
    - Verified UCSD Patient
  • Everything great
    - Verified UCSD Patient
  • Dr. Andrew is the best PCP. He cares about his patients' needs.
    - Verified UCSD Patient
  • - Verified UCSD Patient
  • I'd highly recommend Dr. Andrew's
    - Verified UCSD Patient