Dr. Christopher T. Kolker, MD, FAAFP, CAQ-HPM
Family Practitioner | Adult Medicine
5 Pequot Park Rd Ste 301 Westbrook CT, 06498Rating
2/5
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Dr. Christopher Kolker is a family practitioner practicing in Westbrook, CT. Dr. Kolker 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. Kolker 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
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center 0
Univ of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok 1996
Board Certification
American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM)
Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ)
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM- Hospice and Palliative Medicine
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The 5 Pillars of Emotional Self-HelpChristopher Kolker MD “I wish I could do something to make things better!”Regrettably, I’ve heard this sentiment throughout my career. As a primary care physician, I frequently encounter individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, or both....
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Faculty Titles & Positions
- Professor University of Oklahoma, Stanford University, and UCLA -
Awards
- Educator of the Year (CLIQ) 2024 University of Connecticut
Hobbies / Sports
- I have been published nearly 200 times in German Philatelics
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Get to know Family Physician Dr. Christopher T. Kolker, who serves patients in Westbrook, Connecticut.
Dr. Kolker is a highly skilled and compassionate healthcare professional specializing in Family Medicine and Hospice and Palliative Medicine. With a commitment to providing comprehensive and patient-centered care, he is affiliated with Northeast Medical Group, where he brings his expertise to the forefront of medical practice.
In the early days of his academic career, he graduated from the esteemed University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Having completed his residency at St. Anthony Hospital, he honed their skills and knowledge in a rigorous and diverse clinical environment.
An authority in his field, Dr. Kolker is board-certified in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM). The ABFM is a non-profit, independent medical association of American physicians who practice family medicine and its sub-specialties.
Furthermore, Dr. Kolker has achieved a Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) in Hospice of Palliative Medicine, administered by the American Board of Internal Medicine. This designates Dr. Kolker as an expert in the field of end-of-life care.
Dr Kolker has taken his education and expertise and has devoted much of his professional time to academic teaching for medical schools nationwide. He has taught for the University of Oklahoma, Stanford University, and UCLA and currently holds academic titles at Yale University, Quinnipiac University, and the University of Connecticut.
Family medicine is a medical specialty devoted to comprehensive health care for people of all ages. The specialist is called a family physician or family doctor. A family physician is often the first person a patient sees when seeking healthcare services. They examine and treat patients with a wide range of conditions and refer those with serious ailments to a specialist or appropriate facility.
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