Services We Provide
General Healthcare
Dr. Houghton has been practicing Primary Care for over 20 yrs. He trained at UCSD in Family Medicine and is certified by the Academy of HIV Medicine. He provides Travel Medicine recommendations to any country or continent in the World based on the CDC guidelines.
Services We Provide
Pilot Exams (FAA Physicals) and Air Traffic Controller Exams
Dr. Houghton is a certified AME. He trained at the FAA in Oklahoma and performs Student, Class I, II, II exams as well as Air traffic Control Physicals. One of his missions is to keep our skies safe. We schedule exams promptly and will certify as soon as possible.
Services We Provide
Immigration Physicals
Dr. Houghton has been performing Immigration Physicals for over 15 yrs. He speaks English, Spanish and German. Our office provides on site laboratory testing that meets immigration requirements. We are happy to assist you and know how the process can be stressful for our new fellow Americans.

We’re located on the second floor of the Manpower building (underneath the blue bar in the photo).
On the surrounding streets there’s a mixture of metered parking, free 2-hour parking, all day parking (if you’re lucky) and one handicapped space in front. The address is:
1855 First Avenue, Suite 200B
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 233-4044
Tap on one of the buttons below to see the map, and if you’re on your cellphone it will be ready to start the navigation to our office:
We have a comfortable waiting room with free secure WiFi (ask at the desk for info).
The front desk is closed between 1pm and 2pm so if you arrive during that time please have a seat.
Our friendly staff is ready to answer your questions and help you any way we can.

Meet Dr. Robert Houghton

Dr. Houghton received his postgraduate education from the University of California with a focus on an HIV specific residency. His training at the University of California also included a residency in Family Medicine and a fellowship in preventive Cardiology.
As an HIV specialist Doctor Houghton is certified with the American Academy of HIV medicine, certified in aviation medicine and a member of the board of medical quality assurance.
Dr. Robert Houghton is fluent in English, Spanish and German.
His experience includes:
- Studies: Family Medicine, HIV, AME for FAA Certified and Immigration Medicine Certified
- Specialty: HIV Medicine and General Practice
- Experience: 20+ Years
Meet Your Healthcare Staff

Jessica Adams
PA

Debbie Patten
Office Manager

Cynthia Blanco
Medical Assistant

Aaron Mindanao
Medical Assistant

Dariana A. Delgado
Medical Assistant
Additional Information

We have lab facilities on site by Quest Diagnostics.
Monday – 9am to 3pm
Tuesday – 9am to 2:30pm
Wednesday – 9am to 2:30pm
Thursday – 9am to 2:30pm
Friday – 9am to 3pm

To make or change an appointment call (619) 233-4044, then press 1. Please make any changes to an an existing appointment at least 48 hours in advance.

If you’re a pilot or air traffic controller coming in for your medical exam, please remember to bring the Confirmation Number you obtained from MedXpress.faa.gov.

We accept most major medical insurances. Please give us a call if you have any questions because it’s complicated. Copays are due immediately after your visit. We accept cards, checks and cash.

If you have any questions or concerns of a confidential nature please do not hestitate to call our Office Manager Debbie Patten and she will help you get things resolved. Call (619) 233-4044, then press 202.