Summary

Dr. Joseph Hwang treats high-risk pregnancy, pregnancy over 30, and obesity and overweight, and performs fetal ultrasound, fetal echocardiogram, and biophysical profile testing. He practices obstetrics and gynecology and maternal-fetal medicine, and is affiliated with Valley Medical Center. He speaks English and Korean.

Dr. Hwang is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He earned his medical degree from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, completed his residency at Georgetown University School of Medicine, and completed a fellowship in maternal-fetal medicine at Yale University School of Medicine. He sees patients in Gig Harbor, Tacoma, and Lakewood, Washington. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Hwang 4.86 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Korean
  • Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Joseph Hwang has 3 locations

Franciscan Maternal-Fetal Medicine Associates - Gig Harbor

6401 Kimball Drive NW Suite 104Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Franciscan Maternal-Fetal Medicine Associates at St. Joseph

1608 S J St Fl 1Tacoma, WA 98405
Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 1:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Franciscan Maternal-Fetal Medicine Associates at St. Clare

11311 Bridgeport Way SW Ste 203Lakewood, WA 98499
Mon7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Joseph Hwang, MDDr. Sherma St Fort Morton, MDDr. Howard Gordon Muntz, MDDr. Anil Joseph Kulangara, MD
Obstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & GynecologyGynecologic OncologyPsychiatry
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
4.8 
4.5 
1 
22 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Korean Speaks English
Gig Harbor , WADurham , NCFederal Way , WATacoma , WA
Med School: Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, Chicago, IL Med School: University of Florida College of Medicine Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Joseph Hwang

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • First Choice Health
  • GEHA
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Joseph Hwang has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Joseph Hwang has the following 3 areas of expertise

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  • Maternal & Fetal Medicine
  • Menopause

Certifications, License, & Education

Joseph Hwang holds an expired medical license in the state of Washington. They are board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Washington that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT.

Residency

Completed their residency at Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, D.C..

Medical School

Graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, Chicago, IL.

NPI Number

Joseph Hwang's NPI number is 1508957903.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Joseph Hwang affiliated with?
Joseph Hwang is affiliated with Valley Medical Center.
Does Joseph Hwang accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Joseph Hwang accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Joseph Hwang accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Joseph 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 Joseph Hwang?
You can find contact information for Joseph Hwang here on Vitals.
Is Joseph Hwang accepting new patients?
Joseph Hwang is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Joseph Hwang's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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