Mrs. Barbara Mah Hom MD
Internist
320 Dardanelli Lane Suite 25b Los Gatos CA, 95032About
Dr. Barbara Hom is an internist practicing in Los Gatos, CA. Dr. Hom 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. Hom 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
Univ of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi 1981
University of Mi Med Sch 1981
University of Michigan Medical School 1981
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- High Cholesterol
- Obesity
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Pain
- Ear Wax
- Gas
- Vascular Disease
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