Dr. Wai-kwok Tam MD
Internist
375 Seguine Ave Staten Island NY, 10309About
Dr. Wai-kwok Tam is an internist practicing in Staten Island, NY. Dr. Tam specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Tam provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Tufts University School of Medicine 1992
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Urinary Incontinence
- High Cholesterol
- Constipation
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Hypothyroidism
- Vascular Disease
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