Dr. Jorge V. Contreras M.D.
Family Practitioner
841 Blossom Hill Rd Suite 215 San Jose CA, 95123About
Dr. Jorge Contreras is a family practitioner practicing in San Jose, CA. Dr. Contreras 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. Contreras 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
La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La 1996
University of California 1980
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Gas
- Chalazion
- Vascular Disease
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