Summary

Joo Hwang specializes in gastroenterology, focusing on digestive system disorders and conditions affecting the stomach, intestines, and related organs. They earned their medical degree from the University of Chicago Division of Biological Sciences Pritzker School of Medicine and brings 29 years of clinical experience to their practice. Joo Hwang is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Based at Harborview Medical Center in Palo Alto, California, Joo Hwang treats patients with conditions such as achalasia, colon polyps, and difficulty swallowing. Their expertise includes performing pathology tests and surgical pathology procedures. They also provide sedation services for various gastroenterological procedures.

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Office Location

Dr. Joo Hwang

900 Blake Wilbur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 29 years of experience
  • 65 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joo Hwang

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Brand New Day
  • Brand New Day - Medicare
  • CalOptima
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEMCare Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net - Medicare
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare
  • Hometown Health
  • Hometown Health - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Stanford Health Care Advantage
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - HMO
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joo Hwang has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joo Hwang has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Endoscopic Ultrasound (Fetoscopy)
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of MedicineGraduated in 1997

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Joo Hwang affiliated with?
Dr. Joo Hwang is affiliated with Harborview Medical Center.
Does Dr. Joo Hwang accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joo Hwang accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Joo Hwang's office located?
Dr. Joo Hwang's office is located at 900 Blake Wilbur Dr, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
Does Dr. Joo Hwang accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Joo Hwang has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joo Hwang?
You can find contact information for Dr. Joo Hwang here on Vitals.

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