Dr. Timothy R. Dougherty, MD
Internist
2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW Suite 5-404 Washington DC, 20037About
Dr. Timothy Dougherty is an internist practicing in Washington, DC. Dr. Dougherty 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. Dougherty 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
The George Washington Univer Gastroenterology Fellowship 2014
The George Washington Univer Internal Medicine Program 2011
University of Maryland School MD 2008
Syracuse University B.S. in Biology 1998
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Awards
- Resident of the Year 2011 Inova Fairfax Hospital Department of Internal Medicine
- Resident Physician of the Mont 2009 The George Washington University Hospital
- Joanne Hatem Prize for Humanis 2008 University of Maryland School of Medicine
Professional Memberships
- American Board of Internal Medicine
Hobbies / Sports
- Running
Favorite professional publications
- The Red Journal
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