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Summary
Dr. Joseph Hopkins is a family medicine physician who also specializes in geriatric medicine, bringing comprehensive care to patients across all life stages with particular expertise in caring for older adults. He earned his medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at UCLA Medical Center. With over five decades of medical practice, Dr. Hopkins has built extensive experience in providing personalized healthcare to individuals and families.
Dr. Hopkins practices at Stanford Hospital and maintains affiliations with Stanford Health Care locations throughout Stanford and Palo Alto. His dual specialization allows him to address the complex healthcare needs of aging patients while providing family-centered care. He serves patients across multiple Stanford Medicine locations, ensuring accessible care within the community.
Dr. Hopkins practices at Stanford Hospital and maintains affiliations with Stanford Health Care locations throughout Stanford and Palo Alto. His dual specialization allows him to address the complex healthcare needs of aging patients while providing family-centered care. He serves patients across multiple Stanford Medicine locations, ensuring accessible care within the community.
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Quick Facts
- 53 years of experience
- 2 insurance plans accepted
- Ucla Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Joseph Richard Hopkins has 5 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Joseph Richard Hopkins, MD | Sherry Amankwa, MSN, APRN, FNP-C | Dr. Samantha Von Ins, MD | Yves Chery, CT, ASCP, APRN, BSN, MSN |
| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 53 Years of Experience | 6 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese | Speaks English | |
| Stanford , CA | Baltimore , MD | Placentia , CA | SUWANEE , GA |
| Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph Richard Hopkins
Medical Specialties
Dr. Joseph Richard Hopkins has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Joseph Richard Hopkins has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
53 Years Experience
Dr. Joseph Richard Hopkins holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Ucla Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Stanford University School Of Medicine in 1973.
NPI Number
Dr. Hopkins' NPI number is 1487701538.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph Richard Hopkins affiliated with?
- Dr. Joseph Richard Hopkins is affiliated with Stanford Hospital.
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