Dr. Amy R. Tao

Name: Dr. Amy R. Tao

Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology (General Obstetrics & Gynecology)

Qualification/Board Certification: MD – University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine; CA State Medical License (Active through 2027)

Affiliation(s): Kaiser Permanente San Diego Zion and San Diego Medical Center | Southern California Permanente Medical Group

Locations (City/State): San Diego, California

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1235472663

About the Doctor

Dr. Amy R. Tao is a skilled and academically distinguished obstetrician-gynecologist based in San Diego, California, with 11 to 20 years of experience providing comprehensive women’s health and obstetric care. She earned her medical degree from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine — one of the nation’s top-ranked medical schools and a globally recognized leader in health sciences education and research — and completed her Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Medical Center (2013–2017), another prestigious academic medical institution renowned for its clinical training excellence and patient care quality.

Dr. Tao currently practices within the Southern California Permanente Medical Group, one of the nation’s largest and most respected multispecialty medical groups, at the Kaiser Permanente facility located on West Arbor Drive in San Diego. She is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Zion and San Diego Medical Center, ranked #28 in California, where she provides both outpatient gynecological care and hospital-based obstetric services. Her training at two of the University of California system’s most esteemed medical centers has equipped her with the clinical depth, evidence-based practice standards, and patient-centered approach that Kaiser Permanente patients throughout San Diego consistently benefit from. She accepts Kaiser Permanente insurance plans including EPO, HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, and POS, and is currently welcoming new patients.

Highlights at a glance:

• 11–20 years of experience in general obstetrics and gynecology
• Medical degree from UCSF School of Medicine — one of the nation’s top-ranked medical schools
• OB-GYN Residency at UC San Diego Medical Center — a leading academic medical institution
• Practices within Southern California Permanente Medical Group — one of the nation’s largest multispecialty medical groups
• Affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center — ranked #28 in California
• Active California State Medical License through 2027
• Accepts Kaiser Permanente plans including Medicaid and Medicare
• Currently accepting new patients

Education & Training

• Medical School: University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine
• Residency: Obstetrics and Gynecology – University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Medical Center (2013–2017)
• Fellowship/Additional Training: General Obstetrics & Gynecology subspecialty focus within the Kaiser Permanente integrated care system

Medical Conditions Treated

• Normal and high-risk pregnancy management
• Gestational diabetes and hypertensive disorders of pregnancy
• Preeclampsia and eclampsia
• Prenatal care and fetal development monitoring
• Postpartum care and complications
• Uterine fibroids and polyps
• Ovarian cysts and pelvic masses
• Endometriosis and pelvic pain
• Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
• Abnormal uterine bleeding and menstrual disorders
• Menopause and perimenopause management
• Cervical dysplasia and abnormal Pap smears
• Pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence
• Gynecological infections (bacterial vaginosis, yeast infections, STIs)
• Contraception and family planning
• Infertility evaluation and referral
• Vulvar and vaginal disorders
• Sexually transmitted infections (STI) diagnosis and management

Medical Procedures Performed

• Prenatal care visits and obstetric ultrasounds
• Vaginal delivery and labor management
• Cesarean section (C-section)
• High-risk pregnancy monitoring and management
• Pap smears and cervical cancer screenings
• Colposcopy and cervical biopsy
• Endometrial biopsy
• Hysteroscopy (diagnostic and operative)
• Laparoscopic gynecological surgery
• Hysterectomy (vaginal, abdominal, and laparoscopic)
• Dilation and curettage (D&C)
• Intrauterine device (IUD) insertion and removal
• Contraceptive implant placement
• Tubal ligation and sterilization procedures
• Pelvic floor evaluation and incontinence assessment
• STI testing and treatment
• Ultrasound-guided gynecological procedures
• Menopause hormone therapy management

Services Offered

Dr. Tao provides a comprehensive range of obstetric and gynecological services within the Kaiser Permanente integrated care system in San Diego, delivering evidence-based, coordinated, and patient-centered women’s health care to patients across all stages of life — from reproductive years through menopause and beyond. The Kaiser Permanente integrated care model in which she practices ensures seamless coordination with specialists, laboratory services, imaging, and pharmacy within a single system, providing patients with an exceptionally cohesive and efficient healthcare experience.

Obstetric Care & Pregnancy Management:

Dr. Tao provides full-spectrum obstetric care including routine and high-risk prenatal care, labor and delivery management, vaginal and cesarean deliveries, and comprehensive postpartum follow-up. She monitors fetal development throughout pregnancy, identifies and manages complications such as gestational diabetes and hypertensive disorders, and supports mothers and families with attentive, evidence-based care from conception through the postpartum period.

Gynecological Care & Women’s Wellness:

Dr. Tao offers thorough annual gynecological exams, Pap smears, pelvic evaluations, STI testing, and management of a broad range of gynecological conditions including uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, endometriosis, PCOS, and abnormal uterine bleeding, ensuring that women receive proactive, comprehensive care for their reproductive health at every stage of life.

Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery:

Dr. Tao performs a range of minimally invasive surgical procedures including hysteroscopy, laparoscopy, and laparoscopic hysterectomy, offering patients effective surgical solutions with reduced recovery times, smaller incisions, and less postoperative discomfort compared to traditional open surgical approaches.

Contraception & Family Planning:

Dr. Tao provides individualized contraception counseling and performs IUD insertions, contraceptive implant placements, and tubal ligation procedures, helping women make informed, empowered choices about their reproductive health and family planning goals.

Menopause Management:

Dr. Tao provides compassionate and evidence-based care for women navigating perimenopause and menopause, including hormone therapy evaluation and management, symptom counseling, and preventive health guidance to support long-term well-being during and after the menopausal transition.

Cervical Cancer Screening & Colposcopy:

Dr. Tao conducts regular cervical cancer screenings and performs colposcopy and cervical biopsies for patients with abnormal Pap smear results, ensuring timely evaluation, appropriate follow-up, and clear communication of findings and next steps.

Services at a glance:

• Routine and high-risk prenatal care
• Labor management and vaginal delivery
• Cesarean section (C-section)
• Postpartum care and follow-up
• Annual gynecological exams and Pap smears
• Cervical cancer screening and colposcopy
• Endometrial biopsy and hysteroscopy
• Laparoscopic gynecologic surgery
• Hysterectomy (vaginal, abdominal, laparoscopic)
• Uterine fibroid and ovarian cyst management
• Endometriosis and pelvic pain management
• PCOS diagnosis and hormonal management
• Contraception counseling, IUD and implant placement
• Tubal ligation and sterilization
• Menopause and hormone therapy management
• STI testing, diagnosis, and treatment
• Pelvic floor evaluation and incontinence assessment
• Dilation and curettage (D&C)

Accepted Insurances

• Kaiser Permanente – EPO, HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS

Please contact the practice directly to confirm your specific Kaiser Permanente plan is accepted before scheduling an appointment.

Practice Locations

Location 1 Address: 200 W Arbor Dr, #Mailcode, San Diego, CA 92103 Phone: (619) 543-6922

Hospital Affiliations

• Kaiser Permanente San Diego Zion and San Diego Medical Center — San Diego, CA (Ranked #28 in California)