Summary

Dr. Joseph Hwang specializes in obstetrics and gynecology with advanced fellowship training in maternal-fetal medicine. He earned his medical degree from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed his residency at Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C. Dr. Hwang further refined his expertise through a fellowship in maternal-fetal medicine at Yale University School of Medicine in New Haven, Connecticut. He holds certification in obstetrics and gynecology from the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is fluent in both English and Korean.

Dr. Hwang practices at Valley Medical Center with locations in Gig Harbor, Tacoma, and Lakewood, Washington. His expertise focuses on caring for women with high-risk pregnancies and managing pregnancy-related weight concerns. He also provides specialized care for women over 30 who are expecting. Dr. Hwang performs detailed fetal ultrasounds and biophysical profile tests to monitor baby's health and development. Patients rate his care highly, giving him an average score of 4.8 out of 5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Korean
  • Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Joseph Hwang has 3 locations

Franciscan Maternal-Fetal Medicine Associates - Gig Harbor

6401 Kimball Drive NW Suite 104Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Franciscan Maternal-Fetal Medicine Associates at St. Joseph

1608 S J St Fl 1Tacoma, WA 98405
Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 1:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Franciscan Maternal-Fetal Medicine Associates at St. Clare

11311 Bridgeport Way SW Ste 203Lakewood, WA 98499
Mon7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.8 
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Speaks English, Korean
Gig Harbor , WATacoma , WASan Francisco , CALacey , WA
Med School: Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, Chicago, IL
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph Hwang

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • First Choice Health
  • GEHA
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph Hwang has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph Hwang has the following 3 areas of expertise

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  • Maternal & Fetal Medicine
  • Menopause

Certifications, License, & Education

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Obstetrics and Gynecology

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Washington, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT

Residency

Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, D.C.

Medical School

Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, Chicago, IL

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Joseph Hwang accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Joseph Hwang has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Joseph Hwang's office located?
Dr. Joseph Hwang's office is located at 6401 Kimball Drive NW Suite 104, Gig Harbor, WA, 98335.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph Hwang affiliated with?
Dr. Joseph Hwang is affiliated with Valley Medical Center.
Does Dr. Joseph Hwang accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joseph Hwang accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Hwang?
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