Summary

Dr. Derek Williams is a family medicine physician who earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri. He completed his internship and residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center, followed by fellowship training at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City. With over three decades of practice experience, Dr. Williams brings extensive knowledge to comprehensive family care. He is fluent in both Spanish and English.

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 skin conditions like acne, managing allergies, and addressing anxiety and depression. He provides camp physicals, focuses on cancer prevention and screening, and specializes in chronic disease management. Patients have given Dr. Williams an average rating of 4.9 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 32 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University of Kansas Medical Center
  • 322 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Office Location

Providence Primary Care - Hawthorne

12618 Hawthorne BlvdHawthorne, CA 90250

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Dr. Derek Frank Williams, MDDr. Samantha Von Ins, MDDr. Shawn Younessi, MDDr. Sera Ramadan, DO
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
32 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks English
Hawthorne , CAPlacentia , CATarzana , CAGlendale , CA
Med School: University of Missouri Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine Med School: Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Derek Frank Williams

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO
  • Aetna PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Medicare Advantage
  • Anthem Blue Cross PPO
  • Blue Shield of CA HMO
  • Blue Shield of CA Medicare Advantage
  • Cigna HMO
  • Cigna PPO
  • Coventry/First Health PPO
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net Medicare Advantage
  • Humana Medicare Advantage
  • Multiplan PPO
  • SCAN Medicare Advantage
  • TriWest - Tricare
  • United Healthcare HMO
  • United HealthCare PPO
  • Vivity by Anthem Blue Cross

Medical Specialties

Dr. Derek Frank Williams has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Derek Frank Williams has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Cryosurgery
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Kansas Medical Center2000
University of Kansas Medical Center Kansas City2000

Residency

University of Kansas Medical Center1997
University of Kansas School of Medicine1997

Internship

University of Kansas Medical Center1995
University of Kansas School of Medicine1995

Medical School

University of MissouriGraduated in 1994
University of Missouri-Kansas City School of MedicineGraduated in 1994

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Derek Williams's office located?
Dr. Derek Williams's office is located at 12618 Hawthorne Blvd, Hawthorne, CA, 90250.
Is Dr. Derek Williams accepting new patients?
Dr. Derek Williams is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Derek Williams's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Derek Williams accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Derek Williams accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Derek Williams affiliated with?
Dr. Derek Williams is affiliated with Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Derek Williams?
You can find contact information for Dr. Derek Williams here on Vitals.

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