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Dr. Craig Estes

Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant Indio, CA Desert Oasis Healthcare
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
13 years at Desert Oasis Healthcare
Gender
Male
Connections
17
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 24,152 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Physician Assistant specialty. Craig Estes is one of them.
  • 1,655 Physician Assistants are based in CA (out of 155,461 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 65 contacts at Desert Oasis Healthcare are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Physician Assistant compensation in CA: $130,000 – $195,000 (median $153,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Physician Assistants in CA: Kaiser Permanente (116), Stanford Health Care (35), Vituity (27).
  • 82% of Physician Assistants in CA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed July 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
A T Still University
Masters Degree
2008
Medical University of South Carolina
1979
Skills
Emergency Medicine Urgent Care Family Practice Orthopedics Pediatrics Family Medicine Sports Medicine
About Desert Oasis Healthcare
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
100 to 499
Revenue
$10M to <$50M
Website
mydohc.com
Office Location
Indio, CA
Professional Overview

Dr. Craig Estes is a Physician Assistant, currently affiliated with Desert Oasis Healthcare, based in Indio, CA. As a physician assistant, Dr. Estes contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Indio, CA. They have been with Desert Oasis Healthcare for 13 years. Dr. Estes holds academic credentials, including Masters Degree, from A T Still University and Medical University of South Carolina. Core competencies include Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care, Family Practice, Orthopedics, Pediatrics. Desert Oasis Healthcare operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 100 to 499 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physician assistant professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to physician assistant specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Indio, CA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Recruiting Physician Assistant

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Craig Estes located?
Dr. Craig Estes is based in Indio, CA. They are currently affiliated with Desert Oasis Healthcare.
What is Dr. Craig Estes's specialty?
Dr. Craig Estes specializes in Physician Assistant. Their current role is Physician Assistant.
Where does Dr. Craig Estes currently work?
Dr. Craig Estes currently works at Desert Oasis Healthcare. They have been there for 13 years.
What is Dr. Craig Estes's educational background?
Dr. Craig Estes attended A T Still University and Medical University of South Carolina.
How do I contact Dr. Craig Estes for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Physician Assistant?
Recruiting physician assistants typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for physician assistants across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Physician Assistant in CA?
Physician Assistants in CA typically earn $130,000 to $195,000 annually, with a median of $153,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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