Summary

Dr. Gail Hovorka is a family medicine physician who also specializes in infectious disease and internal medicine. She earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Joe R. & Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine and completed her residency at Brackenridge Hospital. With 43 years of medical experience, Dr. Hovorka brings extensive knowledge to her practice. She is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Hovorka is affiliated with Saint Joseph Hospital Eureka and practices at multiple locations throughout Eureka and Arcata, California. Her expertise includes treating opioid use disorders and sexually transmitted infections, addressing critical health challenges in her community. She performs comprehensive metabolic panels and creatinine clearance tests to help diagnose and monitor various medical conditions. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 43 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Brackenridge Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Gail Scott Hovorka has 3 locations

Mobile Health Services

2412 Buhne StEureka, CA 95501
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Humboldt Open Door Clinic

1150 FOSTER AVEARCATA, CA 95521
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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3.8 
43 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Eureka , CABoca Raton , FLPleasanton , CAEncinitas , CA
Med School: Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof Med Med School: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), University of Illinois College of Medicine, Peoria, IL Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gail Scott Hovorka

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gail Scott Hovorka has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gail Scott Hovorka has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Acupuncture
  • AIDS/HIV (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Infectious Disease
  • Influenza
  • Internal Medicine
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Brackenridge Hospital

Medical School

Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof MedGraduated in 1983

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Gail Hovorka's office located?
Dr. Gail Hovorka's office is located at 2412 Buhne St, Eureka, CA, 95501.
Does Dr. Gail Hovorka accept my insurance?
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Is Dr. Gail Hovorka accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Gail Hovorka accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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What languages does Dr. Gail Hovorka speak?
Dr. Gail Hovorka speaks Spanish and English.

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