David Sofen
Family Practitioner
2025 Soquel Ave Santa Cruz CA, 95062About
Dr. David Sofen is a family practitioner practicing in Santa Cruz, CA. Dr. Sofen 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. Sofen 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 Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca 1983
University of California 1983
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Allergies
- Ear Infection
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
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