Dr. Thomas C. Hankins M.D.
Aerospace Medicine Specialist | Aerospace Medicine
404 Auburn/Folsom Rd Auburn CA, 95603About
Dr. Thomas Hankins is an aerospace medicine specialist practicing in Auburn, CA. Dr. Hankins provides primary care services for professionals like pilots and crewmembers who work and travel in the air or space. As an aerospace medicine specialist, Dr. Hankins discovers, manages and prevents health issues that result from traveling in extreme environments. These physicians are particularly trained in diseases that may arise from air travel, and work to keep airmen healthy and safe.
Education and Training
Med Coll of Ohio, Toledo Oh 1979
Board Certification
Preventative MedicineAmerican Board of Preventative MedicineABPM
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