Dr. Gerald R Hamwi MD
Family Practitioner
4835 Van Nuys Blvd #200 Sherman Oaks CA, 91403About
Dr. Gerald Hamwi is a family practitioner practicing in Sherman Oaks, CA. Dr. Hamwi 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. Hamwi 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
Univ of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il 1996
University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine 1996
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