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Summary
Dr. Walter Cheng is an internal medicine specialist with expertise in hospital medicine who brings 22 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, one of the nation's leading medical institutions. His dual specialization allows him to provide comprehensive care for adult patients both in outpatient settings and during hospital stays. Dr. Cheng is fluent in Spanish, French, and English, enabling him to communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds.
Dr. Cheng practices at Stanford Hospital in Palo Alto, California, where he provides expert care for patients with complex medical conditions. His clinical focus includes managing chronic kidney disease and kidney-related disorders, as well as treating hypertension. He performs essential diagnostic procedures such as chest X-rays, electrocardiograms, and chest fluoroscopy to help evaluate and monitor his patients' health. These services help ensure …accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning for his patients.
Read More Read less Dr. Cheng practices at Stanford Hospital in Palo Alto, California, where he provides expert care for patients with complex medical conditions. His clinical focus includes managing chronic kidney disease and kidney-related disorders, as well as treating hypertension. He performs essential diagnostic procedures such as chest X-rays, electrocardiograms, and chest fluoroscopy to help evaluate and monitor his patients' health. These services help ensure …accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning for his patients.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 22 years of experience
- 41 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, French, English
- Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 7 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Walter Wayne Cheng has 5 locationsPalo Alto Center Urgent Care
795 El Camino RealPalo Alto, CA 94301 Tel: (650) 853-2958
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Sutter Health Palo Alto Medical Foundation Palo Alto Center
795 El Camino Real Fl 2Palo Alto, CA 94301Mon7:30 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed
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| 22 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Spanish, French, English | Speaks English | Speaks English, French, Bambara | |
| Palo Alto , CA | Diamond Bar , CA | Beverly Hills , CA | Tigard , OR |
| Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai | Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Walter Wayne Cheng
Medical Specialties
Dr. Walter Wayne Cheng has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Walter Wayne Cheng has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
22 Years Experience
Dr. Walter Wayne Cheng 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
Medical School
Graduated from Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine in 2004.
NPI Number
Dr. Cheng's NPI number is 1407920945.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Walter Cheng affiliated with?
- Dr. Walter Cheng is affiliated with Stanford Hospital.
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- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Walter Cheng accepts on their Vitals profile.
- What languages does Dr. Walter Cheng speak?
- Dr. Walter Cheng speaks Spanish, French, and English.
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- Does Dr. Walter Cheng accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Walter Cheng has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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