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4 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Gelwix is board-certified in Emergency Medicine and has special training in Shock Trauma.
Before starting a practice in Blackfoot, Dr. Gelwix worked at the Kootenai Medical Center in Coeur'd Alene and Proctor Hospital in Peoria, Illinios. Dr. Gelwix went to medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio and completed his residency through Akron City Hospital in Ohio.
Dr. Gelwix loves the excitement and the mix of cases that come through the ER everyday, from dislocations to lacerations and everything in between. He also finds it very rewarding to identify obscure symptoms that help improve the treatment of patients when every minute counts.
He, his wife, and 5 children moved out west to be closer to family. When he s not spending time with his family, Dr. Gelwix enjoys playing guitar, running, and riding his motorcycle.
Before starting a practice in Blackfoot, Dr. Gelwix worked at the Kootenai Medical Center in Coeur'd Alene and Proctor Hospital in Peoria, Illinios. Dr. Gelwix went to medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio and completed his residency through Akron City Hospital in Ohio.
Dr. Gelwix loves the excitement and the mix of cases that come through the ER everyday, from dislocations to lacerations and everything in between. He also finds it very rewarding to identify obscure symptoms that help improve the treatment of patients when every minute counts.
He, his wife, and 5 children moved out west to be closer to family. When he s not spending time with his family, Dr. Gelwix enjoys playing guitar, running, and riding his motorcycle.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 32 years of experience
- Summa Health System
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 3 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Thomas Jon Gelwix has 4 locationsEmergency Room Kennewick
3290 W 19th AveKennewick, WA 99337 Tel: (509) 942-2485
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas Jon Gelwix
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Thomas Jon Gelwix has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Thomas Jon Gelwix has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Idaho, 2027, Active
Medical Doctor, Washington, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Summa Health System
Medical School
Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof MedGraduated in 1994
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- Dr. Thomas Gelwix's office is located at 888 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA, 99352.
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