About

*Dr. Cuenca is not currently accepting new HMO patients under 65 years of age.

Dr. Cuenca began his path into the medical field by attending Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, CA. After medical school, he moved to South Bay San Diego where he eventually served as Chief Resident of the Scripps Family Medicine Program. As Chief Resident, not only did Dr. Cuenca continue to fulfill his role as a teacher, but also managed to expand the sports medicine curriculum. He would eventually join Scripps Coastal Medical Center in Oceanside, where he provided care for several years until relocating to MemorialCare Medical Group in Mission Viejo. In addition to his patient care responsibilities, he is also the Medical Director of Ambulatory Quality and Patient Safety.

To me, the most important part of medicine is to master the art of listening to patients. Every patient has a story to tell, and I make it a personal goal for them to tell it in its entirety. 

Beyond his normal work duties, Dr. Cuenca has lectured at both local and national conferences on topics of Family Medicine, Sports Medicine and Practice Management. He previously served as a board member for the Family Practice Management Journal (FPM), which is a peer-reviewed journal of the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP). Through the AAFP, he has made contributions to educational curriculum planning as a member of the Education Advisory Panel. He has also served as an educator by mentoring pre-med and medical students, as well as resident physicians. 

Due to his interest in Sports Medicine, Dr. Cuenca completed a one-year fellowship in Primary Care Sports Medicine at Western University of Health Sciences-OPTI/San Diego Sports Medicine and Family Health Center Program. During his fellowship training, Dr. Cuenca served as a team physician for SDSU and the Medical Director for several San Diego events. He formerly served as the head team physician for CSU San Marcos for several years prior to relocating to Orange County.

Aside from being a physician, Dr. Cuenca enjoys running and has participated in several half marathons and Ragnar relay races. He has also earned his third-degree blackbelt in Tang Soo Do, a karate-based Korean martial art, and endeavors to live a healthy, balanced lifestyle and encourages the same for his patients.

Languages

English

Provider Specialty

Family Medicine, Primary Care, Sports Medicine

Areas of Care

Education

Medical School

Western University of Health Sciences

2004

Internship Program - Family Medicine

Scripps Health - Chula Vista

2005

Residency Program - Family Medicine

Scripps Health - Chula Vista

2007

Fellowship Program - Sports Medicine

San Diego Sports Medicine and Family Health Center

2008

Locations & Affiliations

Locations

MemorialCare Medical Group - Mission Viejo

23512 Madero Road

Mission Viejo, CA

Office: 877-696-3622

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Affiliations

Insurance

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Patient Reviews

4.9 out of 5
(500 Ratings)
Jul 29, 2026
Erik W.
Dr. Cuenca is thorough and efficient; we cover the necessary ground and move on with our business.
Jul 29, 2026
Robert L.
Dr. Cuenca and all of the supporting staff were genuinely concerned about my emergent condition and took appropriate steps to ensure that I remined safe. The staff respected my wishes to not be transported to the hospital, but 911 response requested and I was evaluated by responders. Dr. Cuenca followed up with me on the telephone at home a little while later. I think everyone did a fantastic job, and I am very appreciative.
Jul 29, 2026
Erik W.
Dr. Cuenca runs on time and is thorough with my annual exams.
Jul 29, 2026
Anonymous
Quick to respond genuinely concerned followed up.Dr. Cuenca and all of the supporting staff were genuinely concerned about my emergent condition and took appropriate steps to ensure that I remined safe. The staff respected my wishes to not be transported to the hospital, but 911 response requested and I was evaluated by responders. Dr. Cuenca followed up with me on the telephone at home a little while later. I think everyone did a fantastic job, and I am very appreciative.
Jul 22, 2026
Cheryl S.
Dr Cuenca is a great doctor. He listens closely, is kind, and a medical expert. I trust his advice and appreciate his care.
Jul 2, 2026
Gloria S.
Dr. Cuenca has always been willing to listen to my worries when I am in-office -- that is nice.I wish him well in his advanced position!
Jul 2, 2026
Joel A.
His good
Jul 1, 2026
Katherine L.
Dr Cuenca is a good listener. I appreciate that he takes the time to review my Chart & history w Memorial Care as well as my history w Kaiser since naturally health issues carried over when I made the change. To me this indicates thoroughness and Care in treating Patients.
Jun 25, 2026
Teresa C.
The best Doctor I ever had !!
Jun 24, 2026
Teresa C.
Dr. Cuenca has been my general doctor for many years, always paying attention and giving me the best treatments when I've been sick , today was my last appointment with him and I'm going to miss him a lot.He's going to do a great job as a Director !!
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