Dr. Semira Khawar M.D
Family Practitioner | Obesity Medicine
1185 Sweet Home Road Amherst New York, 14226About
Dr. Semira Khawar is a family practitioner practicing in Amherst, New York. Dr. Khawar 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. Khawar 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
MD at University of the Punjab
Fatima Jinnah Medical College for Women 1990
Board Certification
American Board of Family Medicine
Provider Details
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local Preceptorship -
Internships
- University of Buffalo, Niagra Falls Memorial Medical Center- 2009
Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy of Family Physicians
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard work and great family support.
Hobbies / Sports
- Spending Time With Family
Favorite professional publications
- Journal of the American Academy of Family Physicians
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