Dr. Robert Lawrence Hatch, MD

Dr. Robert Hatch is a family medicine physician who provides comprehensive primary care to patients across Florida. He earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed his residency training at Medical College of Virginia Hospital. With 42 years of experience in family medicine, Dr. Hatch has developed extensive expertise in caring for patients of all ages. He is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations effectively.

Dr. Hatch practices at multiple locations affiliated with Shands Healthcare, including facilities in Old Town and Gainesville, Florida. His clinical focus includes managing complex conditions such as heart failure, COPD with related complications, and type 2 diabetes. He incorporates physical therapy and strength training into patient care plans when appropriate. Dr. Hatch also utilizes comprehensive chemistry panels to monitor patient health and guide treatment decisions.