Dr. Vanessa Marie Oppenlander MD
Family Practitioner
225 Cabrillo Hwy S Suite 100a Half Moon Bay CA, 94019About
Dr. Vanessa Oppenlander is a family practitioner practicing in Half Moon Bay, CA. Dr. Oppenlander 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. Oppenlander 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
Baylor College of Medicine 1998
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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