John Hammes, MD
John Hammes, MD
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Balboa Nephrology Group
About John Hammes, MD
I was inspired to become a doctor by my mom, who is a nurse, and the physicians who cared for me when I was a teenager. I was always good at and interested in science, math and the humanities. Becoming a physician was a logical way to combine these. When approaching patients, I try to ask myself how I would approach them if they were a family member, spouse or best friend and then act accordingly. I believe the competencies embraced by the American Committee on Graduate Medical Education — which include medical knowledge, professionalism, proper communication, practice-based learning/improvement and patient care — are an excellent framework for all physicians. I place a lot of value on quality-of-life issues.
My family is the most important thing in my life. Outside of work, I love to spend time outdoors with my wife and children. I also run, cycle and surf whenever I can.
Age:
67Gender:
MaleLanguages:
English, Russian, SpanishEducation
University of California, San Diego:
FellowshipNaval Medical Center San Diego:
ResidencyWalter Reed Army Medical Center:
InternshipUniformed Services University of the Health Sciences:
Medical SchoolHospital affiliation
Areas of focus
- Dialysis
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1891766994
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John Hammes, MD, accepts 51 health insurance plans.
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