San Diego · Primary care, cardiology, FAA and immigration medicals
Use Genesee Medical Group Without Calling the Wrong Service or Missing a Required Exam Step
Genesee Medical Group is a long-established San Diego multispecialty practice offering family medicine, internal medicine and cardiology from one Murphy Canyon location. Its extended weekday schedule is useful for patients who need care before or after a standard workday.
The office also handles less-common medical needs, including FAA aviation medical examinations and USCIS immigration examinations. This guide explains what the practice actually offers, how new and existing patients schedule differently, what the portal can do, how insurance should be verified and what you should prepare before a specialized medical exam.
PRIMARY
CARE
HEART
CARE
FAA
MEDICAL
USCIS
I-693
Do not use the portal for an emergency.
Genesee Medical Group’s patient portal specifically says it is not intended for urgent medical matters. Call
911 or go to an emergency department for severe chest pain, major breathing difficulty, stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, loss of consciousness or another potentially life-threatening condition.
Current address
3880 Murphy Canyon Rd., Suite 120, San Diego, CA 92123.
Weekday hours
Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
Saturday hours
1st and 3rd Saturday, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Core specialties
Family medicine, internal medicine and cardiology.
Start with the right visit
Which Genesee Medical Group service matches what you need?
PRIMARY CARE
Routine, preventive or ongoing health problem
Start with family medicine or internal medicine for annual physicals, preventive screening, common illness, medication management and chronic-condition follow-up.
Useful for: blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, thyroid issues, preventive care, sports concerns and general medical follow-up.
CARDIOLOGY
Heart-related evaluation or follow-up
Cardiology is available within the practice for patients whose symptoms, diagnosis or referral require cardiovascular evaluation.
Useful for: cardiology consultations, hypertension, rhythm problems, coronary disease and established cardiac follow-up.
SPECIAL EXAM
FAA or immigration examination
Tell the scheduler exactly which exam you need. FAA certification and USCIS medical examinations have paperwork and documentation rules that are different from an ordinary physical.
Do not book these as a generic annual physical. Ask for the dedicated FAA or immigration-exam workflow.
Best first sentence when calling: “I need a new-patient primary-care appointment,” “I need cardiology,” “I need an FAA Class 1/2/3 exam,” or “I need a USCIS immigration medical exam.” That one detail can prevent being placed on the wrong schedule.
Current San Diego location
Genesee Medical Group address, phone, fax and office hours
Genesee Medical Group
Canyon Corporate Center
3880 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 120
San Diego, CA 92123
Phone: 858-268-1111
Fax: 858-268-0761
Published Genesee Medical Group office schedule
| Day |
Published hours |
What patients should know |
| Monday-Friday |
7 a.m.-7 p.m. |
Individual physician schedules can be shorter than the building’s full operating window. |
| 1st Saturday |
9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. |
Confirm that the provider or exam service you need is actually scheduled that Saturday. |
| 3rd Saturday |
9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. |
Saturday access is useful but should not be assumed for every specialty. |
| Other Saturdays |
Not part of the regular published schedule |
Do not read a generic “Saturday 9-3:30” listing as meaning every Saturday. |
| Sunday |
No regular office hours published |
Use urgent or emergency services as appropriate when the office is closed. |
Local navigation tip: The practice is in Canyon Corporate Center and describes its location as convenient to Interstate 15 at Aero Drive. Use the current Murphy Canyon address; older provider directories may still show the former Clairemont Mesa Boulevard office.
New vs existing patient
How to make an appointment without using the wrong booking path
New patients
The practice instructs new patients to call 858-268-1111. Online portal functions are intended primarily for people already established with the office.
Established patients
Existing patients can sign into the patient portal for appointment functions and other routine account tasks.
Decide what type of appointment you need
Separate primary care, cardiology, FAA examination, USCIS examination and routine follow-up before you call.
Tell staff whether you are new or established
This immediately determines whether the office needs to create a new patient record or can use your existing chart.
Give your insurance’s complete plan name
The company name alone is not enough. Aetna, Anthem, Blue Shield, Cigna, Health Net and UnitedHealthcare each operate multiple products and medical-group networks.
Ask whether the selected physician is accepting new patients
Provider availability can change faster than directory listings.
Confirm whether the visit can be virtual
Current Sharp-affiliated provider profiles show virtual-visit availability for some Genesee physicians, but this varies by provider and visit type.
Save the correct address
Use 3880 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 120. Delete the old Clairemont Mesa location from saved directions.
Useful scheduling script
“I am a [new/current] patient and need [primary care/cardiology/FAA Class ___/USCIS medical exam]. My insurance plan is [complete plan and network]. Is the provider accepting patients under this plan, what should I bring, and is there anything I must complete before the appointment?”
Choose by medical need
Doctors and clinical services currently associated with Genesee Medical Group
The practice’s own patient-payment portal currently names Dr. Jeffrey Dysart, Dr. Jaafar Al-Dahwi, Dr. Tam Tran and cardiologist Dr. Craig Sclar in its payment routing. Current Sharp physician profiles independently confirm several of these clinicians at the Murphy Canyon office.
Provider type and practical use
| Provider / service |
Primary focus |
Patient takeaway |
| Jeffrey H. Dysart, MD |
Board-certified family medicine; preventive medicine, sports medicine, FAA aviation physicals and immigration physicals are among listed interests. |
Useful when you need family medicine or one of the practice’s specialized examination services. |
| Tam K. Tran, MD |
Board-certified family medicine. |
Current profile lists new-patient and virtual-visit availability; call the practice to confirm the exact appointment type. |
| Jaafar Al-Dahwi, MD |
Internal medicine for adults. |
Current Sharp information lists patients over age 18, with preventive and chronic-disease care within internal medicine. |
| Craig Sclar, MD |
Cardiology. |
The practice portal separates his cardiology billing from the main Genesee Medical Group payment route. |
Do not treat this as a permanent roster. Physician schedules, new-patient status and insurance participation can change. Call the office when the exact provider matters.
Family & internal medicine
What primary care at Genesee Medical Group can help coordinate
PREV
Preventive care
Annual examinations, age-appropriate screening, immunization review and health-risk discussion.
ACUTE
New illness
Evaluation of common non-emergency symptoms, infections, pain and other new medical complaints.
BP
Chronic conditions
Ongoing management may include hypertension, cholesterol disorders, diabetes and thyroid conditions.
Rx
Medication management
Review effectiveness, side effects, refill needs and monitoring requirements.
REF
Specialist coordination
Your primary clinician can determine when a problem needs specialty evaluation or testing.
FU
Follow-up
Review test results, response to treatment and next-step planning.
Bring these details to make the visit more productive
Current medication names, doses and frequency
Medication and food allergies
Recent hospital, urgent-care or specialist records
Home blood-pressure or glucose readings when relevant
Date symptoms started and what makes them better or worse
Preventive or screening questions you want addressed
Heart care
When a Genesee cardiology appointment may be the right route
Genesee Medical Group advertises cardiology alongside family and internal medicine. Cardiology is intended for cardiovascular evaluation and follow-up rather than routine general care.
Common reasons for cardiology evaluation
Established heart disease, abnormal rhythm, hypertension requiring specialty input or a cardiovascular concern identified by another clinician.
Bring prior heart records
Bring or transfer previous ECGs, imaging reports, stress-test results, medication history and hospital discharge information when relevant.
Verify referral rules
Some HMO plans require primary-care authorization before a cardiology visit even when the specialist is located in the same practice.
Do not schedule routine cardiology when symptoms may be an emergency. New severe chest pressure, major breathing difficulty, fainting with concerning symptoms or stroke signs may require immediate emergency evaluation.
Existing patient tools
What the Genesee Medical Group patient portal actually does
APPT
Appointments
Established patients can use available portal appointment functions.
Rx
Prescription refills
Request routine prescription renewals without relying only on a telephone message.
MSG
Office messages
Send non-urgent communication to the office from the patient account.
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Online payment
Use the payment route linked to the physician who billed the service.
NEW
Account creation
Existing patients without an account can use the portal’s account-creation option.
1D
Message response
The portal states messages are reviewed and responded to within one business day.
One business day is not an urgent-care response time. If your condition cannot safely wait for a routine portal answer, call the office or seek urgent/emergency care depending on severity.
Refills and follow-up
How to avoid running out of medication while waiting for a refill
Request the refill before the last dose
Do not wait until the prescription has completely run out.
Use the patient portal for a routine request
Include the medication name, dose and pharmacy information.
Check whether monitoring is overdue
Some medications require a visit, laboratory monitoring, blood-pressure check or other safety review before renewal.
Contact the office when timing becomes important
Portal messages have a stated response target of one business day, so call when the normal response period has passed and medication supply is becoming a problem.
Pharmacy says nothing arrived? Confirm the exact pharmacy location and prescription before assuming the clinician failed to send it. Duplicate pharmacy names and old pharmacy profiles are common sources of delay.
Verify the exact plan
Insurance at Genesee Medical Group is provider- and product-specific
Current Sharp physician profiles associated with Genesee show participation with several major insurers, but the lists differ by physician. A plan appearing for one doctor does not guarantee coverage for another provider, service or medical-group assignment.
Commercial plans seen on current profiles
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, Health Net and UnitedHealthcare appear on current provider profiles.
Sharp plans
Sharp Health Plan products appear on current Genesee physician profiles.
Medicare
Some current physician profiles list Original Medicare and/or Medicare Advantage products.
Self-pay
Self-pay appears on some current provider profiles, but specialized exam pricing should be confirmed directly.
Do not ask only, “Do you take Blue Cross?” Give staff the exact plan, product, network and medical-group assignment shown on your card.
Insurance verification script
“My insurance is [full plan name], member ID [number]. I want to see [provider] at Genesee Medical Group for [service]. Can you confirm that this physician is in network under my exact product, whether I need a referral, and what copay or deductible amount may be due?”
Pay the correct account
Genesee Medical Group portal has separate physician payment routes
The current patient portal distinguishes between the main Genesee Medical Group payment route and a separate cardiology payment route.
Main Genesee payment route
The portal directs patients with bills associated with Dr. Dysart, Dr. Al-Dahwi or Dr. Tran to the Genesee Medical Group payment option.
Dr. Sclar cardiology payment
The portal provides a separate payment choice for Dr. Sclar’s cardiology patients.
Check these details before submitting money
Patient name matches the statement
Service date is correct
Rendering physician matches the payment route
Insurance has processed the claim when insurance was used
Patient responsibility matches the explanation of benefits
You save the payment confirmation
Special exams may work differently from ordinary insured care. FAA, immigration and other administrative examinations may have separate self-pay rules. Ask for the current exam fee and what is included before arriving.
Aviation medicine
How to prepare for a Genesee FAA Class 1, 2 or 3 medical examination
Genesee Medical Group advertises FAA Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3 examinations. Dr. Jeffrey Dysart’s current Sharp profile specifically lists federal aviation physicals among his areas of focus.
Schedule with the aviation medical examiner
Tell Genesee which FAA medical certificate class you are applying for rather than booking a generic physical.
Create or use your FAA MedXPress account
Complete the FAA Form 8500-8 application electronically.
Review every medical-history answer carefully
FAA MedXPress requires disclosure of specified medical history, visits and medication information. Do not guess or omit information to make the exam easier.
Submit the application before the AME exam
After submission, save the confirmation number and a copy of the application for your records.
Bring documentation for known conditions
FAA guidance warns that certification can be delayed when the AME needs records that the applicant did not bring.
Complete the exam within the MedXPress window
FAA currently states that the AME examination must occur within 60 days after the submitted MedXPress application or the application is removed.
FAA appointment checklist
MedXPress confirmation number
Valid photo identification
Complete medication list
Relevant specialist reports
Recent clinical progress notes when required by FAA guidance
Prior FAA correspondence or special-issuance documents when applicable
Do not hide a known medical condition or medication. The FAA’s MedXPress instructions warn that intentional falsification can carry serious certificate and legal consequences.
Delay-prevention tip: If you have a significant medical diagnosis, surgery, mental-health treatment or medication question, ask the AME office what documents may be needed before the appointment rather than discovering the requirement during the exam.
USCIS medical examination
How to prepare for a Genesee Medical Group immigration medical exam
Genesee Medical Group advertises USCIS immigration examinations. Because civil-surgeon designation and Form I-693 requirements can change, call the practice before the visit and ask which currently designated civil surgeon will perform and sign your examination.
Tell the scheduler you need an immigration medical examination
Do not schedule a routine physical and assume it can be converted to Form I-693 work after arrival.
Confirm the currently designated civil surgeon
USCIS requires the examination to be completed by an authorized civil surgeon unless a specific exception applies.
Ask for the current fee structure
Confirm whether the quoted price includes the examination, required laboratory testing, vaccinations, follow-up and form completion.
Bring vaccination records
Bring original or reliable vaccination documentation from the United States or another country. Missing proof may lead to additional vaccinations or documentation work.
Bring identification and immigration-exam paperwork
Ask the office which identification and Form I-693 sections you should complete before arrival and which parts must wait for the civil surgeon.
Complete required screening
USCIS medical examination rules include screening for specified communicable diseases and a vaccination assessment.
Complete any required follow-up
A positive screening result can require additional testing before the civil surgeon can finish the medical report.
Protect the completed form
Follow the civil surgeon’s and current USCIS instructions for the completed I-693 package. Do not open a sealed envelope when USCIS instructions require it to remain sealed.
TB screening detail: Current USCIS guidance states that initial tuberculosis screening is generally required for applicants age 2 and older, with additional steps when screening is positive or symptoms or other risk factors require further evaluation.
Bring every vaccine record you can find. Even partial records can help the civil surgeon determine what is documented, what is medically appropriate and what may still be required.
Immigration exam call script
“I need a USCIS Form I-693 immigration medical examination. Which currently designated civil surgeon is available? What identification and vaccine records should I bring, which tests are included, what is the current total fee, and when should I expect the completed form?”
Important service change
Do not book Genesee Medical Group for a DOT physical
Genesee Medical Group says it stopped offering Department of Transportation examinations effective May 25, 2024.
This matters because older business listings and occupational-health directories can continue showing a service after a clinic has stopped providing it.
Need an FAA medical?
Genesee still advertises FAA Class 1, 2 and 3 examinations.
Need a DOT/CDL medical?
Use the FMCSA National Registry to locate a currently certified medical examiner rather than calling Genesee for a DOT examination.
Common mistake: FAA aviation medical certification and FMCSA DOT/CDL certification are separate systems. A clinic may offer one while not offering the other.
Public-health services
Additional preventive services listed for Genesee Medical Group
The CDC’s National Prevention Information Network currently lists Genesee Medical Group as a San Diego clinic offering selected prevention services.
Hepatitis A vaccination
Listed among available care and treatment services.
Adult hepatitis B vaccination
Listed among available preventive services.
PrEP
Pre-exposure prophylaxis is listed as an available service.
Call before making a vaccine-only trip. Availability, eligibility, medication supply and whether an appointment is required can change.
Records and continuity of care
How to move records into or out of Genesee Medical Group
Decide exactly what another clinician needs
A targeted request for recent office notes, lab reports, imaging and medication history is often easier to process than requesting every page of a lifetime chart.
Call the office for its current release process
Ask whether the practice requires a specific authorization form and whether it can be submitted electronically, by fax or another approved method.
Identify the recipient accurately
Use the receiving clinician’s full name, organization, phone and fax or secure destination.
Give a clear date range
Specify whether you need the last year, a particular hospitalization, a cardiology period or a specialized examination record.
Confirm receipt before an important appointment
Do not assume faxing or submitting authorization means the specialist has already indexed the documents into the chart.
Moving from the old Genesee address? The current office is on Murphy Canyon Road. Make sure outside facilities do not send new records to the former Clairemont Mesa Boulevard address.
Fix problems quickly
Common Genesee Medical Group problems and what to do next
You are a new patient and the portal will not schedule you
Call 858-268-1111. The practice instructs new patients to contact the office directly.
Your portal message has not been answered immediately
The portal states a response timeframe of within one business day. Use the telephone or urgent care when the issue cannot wait.
Your GPS shows Clairemont Mesa Boulevard
Replace the old address with 3880 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 120.
You need an appointment on Saturday
Genesee’s regular schedule is the first and third Saturday, not every Saturday.
Your insurer says the practice name is covered but the doctor is not
Verify the individual physician and medical-group assignment. Network status can differ inside the same office.
Your FAA exam may involve a medical condition
Ask the AME office what FAA documentation is needed before the appointment.
You booked an immigration physical but have no vaccine records
Call before arrival and ask what alternative documentation or vaccination steps may be needed.
You need a DOT physical
Genesee says it no longer provides DOT examinations. Use the FMCSA certified-examiner locator.
Your online bill shows Dr. Sclar
Use the cardiology-specific payment route rather than assuming it belongs under the standard Genesee payment option.
Your symptoms have become severe
Stop waiting for a routine portal response and use urgent or emergency care based on severity.
Local patient shortcuts
10 practical Genesee Medical Group tips before your visit
01
Use Murphy Canyon
Older directories can still carry the former Clairemont Mesa address.
02
Call if you are new
The patient portal is not the main new-patient onboarding route.
03
Check which Saturday
Regular Saturday hours apply only to the first and third Saturday.
04
Name the service clearly
FAA, USCIS, cardiology and routine physical appointments need different preparation.
05
Verify the exact insurance product
A provider may accept one plan from an insurer but not another network from the same company.
06
Start FAA paperwork early
Complete MedXPress and gather specialist records before meeting the AME.
07
Bring vaccine records to I-693 care
Missing documentation can add vaccinations, testing or another visit.
08
Do not request DOT care here
The practice stopped DOT examinations in May 2024.
09
Match the payment route
Cardiology billing may use a different payment button from other Genesee clinicians.
10
Portal is for routine needs
Do not wait for an electronic response when symptoms may be urgent or dangerous.
Current location
Genesee Medical Group map and arrival check
Genesee Medical Group
Canyon Corporate Center
3880 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 120
San Diego, CA 92123
858-268-1111
Before leaving: Check the appointment confirmation for the physician name, visit type, Suite 120 address and any specialized paperwork. FAA and immigration appointments should never be treated like ordinary physicals when preparing documents.
10 questions answered
Genesee Medical Group frequently asked questions
Where is Genesee Medical Group located now?
Genesee Medical Group is at 3880 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 120, San Diego, CA 92123, in Canyon Corporate Center.
What are Genesee Medical Group’s hours?
The practice publishes 7 a.m.-7 p.m. hours Monday through Friday and 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. on the first and third Saturday of each month.
How does a new patient schedule an appointment?
Call the office at 858-268-1111. Genesee’s portal says online options are currently intended for existing patients.
What can I do in the Genesee patient portal?
Established patients can use it for appointment functions, refill requests, non-urgent office communication and online bill payment.
What specialties does Genesee Medical Group offer?
The practice advertises family medicine, internal medicine and cardiology, along with specialized FAA and USCIS examinations.
Does Genesee Medical Group do FAA medical exams?
Yes. The practice advertises Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3 FAA medical examinations. Complete and submit MedXPress before your AME appointment and bring the confirmation number.
Does Genesee still perform DOT physicals?
No. Genesee Medical Group states that it stopped offering DOT examinations on May 25, 2024.
Can I get a USCIS immigration medical examination here?
Yes. The practice advertises USCIS immigration examinations. Call first to confirm the currently designated civil surgeon, current fee, vaccine requirements and required documents.
Does Genesee Medical Group accept my insurance?
Coverage depends on the physician, exact insurance product, network and medical-group assignment. Verify your selected clinician with both the practice and insurer.
Should I send an urgent medical problem through the portal?
No. The portal says it is not intended for urgent medical matters. Call the office for time-sensitive routine guidance and call 911 or use emergency care for a medical emergency.
Final live actions only
Official Genesee Medical Group and government tools
The main patient rules are explained above. Use these external systems when you are ready to complete the actual appointment, portal, FAA or verification step.
