
Dr. Richard J. Tanaka M.D.
Family Practitioner
1400 Pottery Ave Port Orchard WA, 98366About
Dr. Richard Tanaka is a family practitioner practicing in Port Orchard, WA. Dr. Tanaka specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Tanaka possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine 1985
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Back Pain
- Pain
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Practice At 1400 Pottery Ave
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