Dr. Derek R Allen M.D.
Family Practitioner | Adult Medicine
320 Superior Ave Suite 370 Newport Beach CA, 92663About
Dr. Derek Allen is a family practitioner practicing in Newport Beach, CA. Dr. Allen specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Allen possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Loma Linda University School of Medicine 1963
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Heart Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Bronchitis
- Pain
- Urinary Tract Infection (uti)
- Vascular Disease
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