Dr. James Derickson MD
Family Practitioner | Obesity Medicine
Interstate 19 Frontage Road Tubac Arizona, 85640About
James L. Derickson, MD, works at the Tubac Regional Health Center located in Tubac, Arizona. Dr. Derickson is a well-versed family medicine physician of over 30 years with particular expertise in pediatrics. During Dr. Derickson's fellowship training he received extensive training in pediatric care; also completing his residency at the Travis US Air Force Base. Certified by the renowned American Board of Family Medicine, Dr. Derickson has qualified for such honor through his outstanding achievements and great dedication to medicine. To remain current in any medical advancements, Dr. Derickson maintains membership with the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Family Physicians.
Education and Training
Ohio State University
Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh 1970
Board Certification
American Board of Family Medicine- Family Medicine
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Internships
- York Hospital
Fellowships
- (Pediatrics)
Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy of Pediatrics, American Academy of Family Physicians
What do you attribute your success to?
- Expertise and Balance of Mind, Body, and Soul
Hobbies / Sports
- TRX Teaching and Jogging
Favorite professional publications
- American Academy of Family Physicians Journal
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