Theresa Cotter, PA-C, earned her master's degree in medical sciences through the physician assistant program at Temple University. A board-certified physician assistant at Coastal Pain & Spinal Diagnostics, Ms. Cotter specializes in interventional spinal diagnostics, clinical pain analytics, and comprehensive musculoskeletal therapies. Utilizing an elite East Coast medical education foundation, she delivers highly enthusiastic, precise, and patient-centered chronic care to help individuals improve functionality and regain overall well-being.
Theresa Cotter, PA-C, earned her master's degree in medical sciences through the physician assistant program at Temple University. A board-certified physician assistant at Coastal Pain & Spinal Diagnostics, Ms. Cotter specializes in interventional spinal diagnostics, clinical pain analytics, and comprehensive musculoskeletal therapies. Utilizing an elite East Coast medical education foundation, she delivers highly enthusiastic, precise, and patient-centered chronic care to help individuals improve functionality and regain overall well-being.
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Always makes me feel safe and cared for been here for years and will never leave thank you .
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Good
(3 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Very professional and helpful to my needs.
(3 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Theresa is great. Very knowledgeable and understanding. She explains everything in a way I can understand. Thank you Theresa.
(3 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Theresa is a Wonderful Person !!!
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Friendly
Thriugh
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
She is amazing, always listens to her patients.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Theresa is competent, prepared and always empathetic during our visits. Should a problem occur, Theresa is there with a fix for it. I feel very well supported by Theresa.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Great and smart
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
All good, attentive, good listener, never in a hurry.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
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Rancho Bernardo Office
11770 Bernardo Plaza Ct #201 San Diego, CA 92128
Theresa Cotter, PA, graduated from Temple University’s Physician Assistant program in 2023 with a Master’s in Medical Sciences. She is originally from Maryland and moved to Philadelphia for PA school. She then moved from Philadelphia to San Diego to start her journey as a Physician Assistant and was enthusiastic about joining the Coastal Pain & Spinal Diagnostics family. She is excited to bring her dedication to patient care! In her free time, you can find her hiking, traveling, or enjoying the beaches! She particularly enjoys exploring new hiking trails that offer stunning views of the coastline. Fun Fact: She swam in college and still enjoys swimming regularly!
Always makes me feel safe and cared for been here for years and will never leave thank you .
Good
Very professional and helpful to my needs.
Theresa is great. Very knowledgeable and understanding. She explains everything in a way I can understand. Thank you Theresa.
Theresa is a Wonderful Person !!!
Friendly Thriugh
She is amazing, always listens to her patients.
Theresa is competent, prepared and always empathetic during our visits. Should a problem occur, Theresa is there with a fix for it. I feel very well supported by Theresa.
Great and smart
All good, attentive, good listener, never in a hurry.