Areas of expertise for Dr. Iturbe-Alessio include hospice (end-of-life care), sickle cell disease, and bloodless medicine/transfusion-free surgery. Dr. Iturbe-Alessio honors Anthem, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and Medi-Cal, as well as other insurance carriers. He attended National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) Faculty of Medicine for medical school and subsequently trained at San Bernardino County Medical Center, Worcester City Hospital, and Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston for residency. In addition to English, Dr. Iturbe-Alessio speaks Spanish. His hospital/clinic affiliations include Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Community Medical Group, and Scripps Mercy Hospital. His practice is open to new patients.