Summary

Dr. Michael Carethers is a geriatric medicine and internal medicine physician with nearly five decades of experience caring for patients. He earned his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine and has dedicated 48 years to practicing medicine. Dr. Carethers speaks English and brings extensive knowledge to his work with both elderly patients and adults across age groups.

Dr. Carethers practices in Honolulu, Hawaii, and maintains affiliations with Tripler Army Medical Center. His dual specialization allows him to provide comprehensive primary care while also addressing the unique health needs of older adults. The combination of geriatric medicine and internal medicine expertise positions him well to manage complex medical conditions that often develop with aging.

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Quick Facts

  • 48 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Wayne State University School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Spark M Matsunaga Va Medical Center

459 Patterson RdHonolulu, HI 96819
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Michael Carethers, MDDr. Christie Goeggel LampingDr. Taro ShimizuDr. Thomas Noeau Parpana
Geriatric MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
48 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Honolulu , HIPearl Harbor , HIHonolulu , HIHonolulu , HI
Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: Ehime University School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Carethers has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Carethers has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • Dementia Testing
  • EOL Care
  • Internal Medicine
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Wayne State University School Of Medicine in 1978.

NPI Number

Dr. Carethers' NPI number is 1831179316.

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Dr. Michael Carethers is affiliated with Tripler Army Medical Center.
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Dr. Michael Carethers speaks English.

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