Dr. William G Hoffman M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
10470 Old Placerville Rd Suite 100 Sacramento CA, 95827About
Dr. William Hoffman practices Geriatric Medicine in Yuba City, CA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Hoffman works as part of a team with other healthcare providers, to address the natural aging that goes on within the body and to manage multiple medical problems and ensure social support.
Education and Training
Temple Univ Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa 1971
Temple University School of Medicine 1971
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Stroke
- Pinched Nerve
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
Professional Memberships
- Member Yuba Feather Communities Services Treasurer
- President Yuba Feather Communities Services President of Ponderosa Park
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