Dr. Sumi Karen Kawaratani M.D.
Family Practitioner
420 E 3rd St Suite 705 Los Angeles CA, 90013About
Dr. Sumi Kawaratani is a family practitioner practicing in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Kawaratani 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. Kawaratani 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
Univ of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1986
University of California 1986
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Obesity
- Hepatitis
- Breast Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Malnutrition
- Allergic Reaction
- Spinal Stenosis
- Vascular Disease
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