--- title: "Dr. Suzanne M. Ware | Family Doctor in Aptos, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Dr. Suzanne M. Ware, M.D. practices Family Medicine in Aptos, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-suzanne-m-ware-1046242654" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Suzanne M. Ware, M.D. ![Suzanne M. Ware, M.D.](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/p6VSSNtAf21xTt3eUQM0bQEcMKZyIfZAhevQQkxfeh0/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) 4.9/5 [(625 ratings)](https://www.sutterhealth.org/star-ratings) # Suzanne M. Ware, M.D. ## Family Medicine - New patients, please call for availability [7600 Old Dominion CourtFloor 2Aptos, CA 95003](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=7600+Old+Dominion+Court+Aptos%2C+CA+95003+US) ## Schedule appointment [831-458-6200](tel:+18314586200) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-suzanne-m-ware-1046242654#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-suzanne-m-ware-1046242654#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-suzanne-m-ware-1046242654#provider-locations) - [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-suzanne-m-ware-1046242654#provider-services) ## About Dr. Ware Languages English and Spanish Gender Female Ages treated All ages Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging Offers [video visits](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-care/video-visits) for existing patients ### Approach to care I believe that I am a tool and a resource for each patient to understand their preventive care and treatment of acute and chronic medical conditions. I do my best to make each appointment an opportunity for discussion of what is important to my patient and will work to have a thorough discussion of care and plan. My goal is to have each patient take charge of his/her own health. I have been told that I have an easy-going style and am a good listener. In this way I hope to obtain complete histories and have a complete understanding of what medical conditions to think of and pursue and work up. I enjoy when patients understand their plans and feel that they understand their medical conditions and tests that are discussed. I am true to my chosen practice of Family Medicine because I enjoy all age populations — this includes newborns to geriatrics. I feel I also have a special connection to children and teenagers and can help them feel comfortable coming to me and discussing their concerns. Practicing medicine here at the Palo Alto Medical Foundation is a special place. I have access to multiple specialists and utilize this communication for excellent patient care. ### Professional highlights American Association of Family Practitioners, Santa Cruz Medical Society, American Medical Association. ### Outside of medicine Outside of Medicine, Dr. Ware enjoys the outdoors, spending time with her family, and social activities. ## Education and training **Medical school:** University of Washington, Seattle **Internship:** Natividad Medical Center **Residency:** Natividad Medical Center ## Board certifications - Family Medicine - Board Certified ## Affiliations ### Medical groups - Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (19 plans)** ### Aetna - Aetna Choice POS II - Aetna Select EPO - Aetna Select Open Access - Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA) - Aetna Student Health Program - Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA) - Health Fund POS - HMO - HMO Deductible Plans - Managed Choice POS - National Advantage Plan (NAP) - Open Access Elect Choice EPO - Open Access Managed Choice POS - Open Choice PPO - Quality Point of Service (QPOS) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) - Copay Plan - Open Access Aetna Select - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) ACA High Deductible Health Plan POS II (ACA HDHP-POS II) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) High Deductible Health Plan POS II (HDHP POS II) - Traditional Choice **Alignment (4 plans)** ### Alignment - Alignment Health Plan My Choice (Medicare Advantage PPO) - Alignment Health Sutter Advantage +More (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage PPO) **Anthem Blue Cross of California (21 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Advantage PPO (Tier 1) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO Saver Small Group Plan - Anthem Blue Cross HMO, also sometimes known as California Care or Rural Cal Care (includes CalPERS Traditional HMO) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO/POS (California Care Plus) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual and Family EPO Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum-Covered California (Pathway - EPO) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Blue Cross Small Group HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Anthem High Performance Narrow Network - Anthem Medicare Preferred PPO Medicare Advantage Plans for Group Retirees - Behavioral Health Program - BlueCard - CareAdvocate PPO - Direct Access - Federal Employee Program (FEP) - PPO - GeoBlue - Indemnity - Managed Care Services - My Choice PPO - SmartSense **Blue Shield of California (24 plans)** ### Blue Shield of California - Active Choice PPO - Administrative Services Only (ASO) - Self-Funded PPO - Blue Shield $0 Cost Share PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield Access+ HMO CalPERS Limited Network - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan - Blue Shield Added Advantage POS (Point-Of-Service) Plan**Note:** - PPO Benefit Level - Blue Shield Bronze PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield CalPERS EPO - Blue Shield CalPERS Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Gold PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Life and Health Insurance Company - Blue Shield Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Minimum Coverage PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield of California PPO/EPO (aka Full Network PPO/EPO) - Blue Shield Platinum PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Silver PPO (IFP & Small Group) - BlueCard Plan - Federal Employee Program - PPO**Note:** - FEP accesses Anthem Blue Cross for Hospital Providers - Indemnity - PERS Platinum PPO - Shared Advantage - PPO/EPO and Shared Advantage Plus - PPO/EPO (Full Network PPO) - UC Care PPO - University of California HealthSavings+ - Vital Shield 900 Plans Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations [Aptos Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/aptos-center-1043246892) 7600 Old Dominion Court Floor 2 Aptos, CA 95003 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=7600+Old+Dominion+Court+Aptos%2C+CA+95003+US) [831-458-6200](tel:+18314586200) 831-458-6204 Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday Closed Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday Closed Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed ## Areas of expertise Explore the services and treatments this provider may offer. **Clinical expertise** ### Procedures - Annual physical exam - Intrauterine Device Insertion - Minor Office Procedures - Preventive Care ### Conditions - Adolescent Health and Development - Birth Control - Cardiovascular disease - Cholesterol disorders - [Coronary artery disease](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/coronary-artery-disease) - Depression - Obesity - Puberty ### Reasons for visit - After-Hours Availability - Annual checkup - Cholesterol Management - Chronic disease management - Cultural Competency - Diverse Patients - [Women's health](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/womens-health) ## Related services offered by Sutter - 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