4.9
357 Ratings with 345 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Derek Williams specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive care for patients of all ages. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri and completed his internship, residency, and fellowship training at the University of Kansas Medical Center, finishing his fellowship in 2000. With 32 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Williams brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Williams practices at Providence Primary Care in Hawthorne, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance. His clinical expertise includes treating common conditions such as acne, allergies, and anxiety and depression. He provides essential services like camp physicals, cancer prevention and screening, and chronic disease management. Patients have given Dr. Williams an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Williams practices at Providence Primary Care in Hawthorne, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance. His clinical expertise includes treating common conditions such as acne, allergies, and anxiety and depression. He provides essential services like camp physicals, cancer prevention and screening, and chronic disease management. Patients have given Dr. Williams an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 32 years of experience
- 20 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- University of Kansas Medical Center
- 345 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 32 Years of Experience | 38 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Arabic, English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese |
| Hawthorne , CA | Torrance , CA | Graham , TX | Placentia , CA |
| Med School: University of Missouri | Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Derek Frank Williams
Medical Specialties
Derek Frank Williams has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Derek Frank Williams has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
Derek Frank Williams holds an expired medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at University of Kansas Medical Center in 2000 and University of Kansas Medical Center Kansas City in 2000.
Residency
Completed their residency at University of Kansas Medical Center in 1997 and University of Kansas School of Medicine in 1997.
Internship
Completed their internship at University of Kansas Medical Center in 1995 and University of Kansas School of Medicine in 1995.
Medical School
Graduated from University of Missouri in 1994 and University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine in 1994.
NPI Number
Derek Frank Williams' NPI number is 1467405753.
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- Which hospitals is Derek Williams affiliated with?
- Derek Williams is affiliated with Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance.
- Where is Derek Williams's office located?
- Derek Williams's office is located at 12618 Hawthorne Blvd, Hawthorne, CA, 90250.
- Does Derek Williams accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Derek Williams accepts on their Vitals profile.
- What languages does Derek Williams speak?
- Derek Williams speaks English and Spanish.
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