Dr. Deborah Singer Hammond MD
Family Practitioner | Adult Medicine
Pshcs American Lake Division Tacoma WA, 98493About
Dr. Deborah Hammond is a family practitioner practicing in Tacoma, WA. Dr. Hammond 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. Hammond 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, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca 1976
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM- Hospice and Palliative Medicine
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