3 Best Primary Care Physicians in Bakersfield, CA

“Dr. William J. Farr completed his medical education at the Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina, Mexico 1999. He holds a board certification in Family Medicine from the American Board of Family Medicine. He is committed to promoting good health and preventing illness and emphasizes the importance of healthy behaviors. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Practice and also a Diplomat of the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. William fosters a creative, challenging, and compassionate professional environment, ensuring his patients' well-being. His services encompass a broad spectrum, ranging from general medical care to specialized and cutting-edge treatments. With expertise in various procedures, such as hearing evaluations, blood transfusions, cardiac stress tests, arthrocentesis, and the destruction of benign/premalignant skin lesions, Dr. William provides comprehensive care.”

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“Dr. Hemmal S. Kothary has 24 years of experience in the medical field. He holds board certification from the American Board of Medical Specialties in Family Practice. Driven by a commitment to personalized care, he attends to each patient individually, ensuring exceptional treatment for individuals of all ages, from infants to adults. Dr. Hemmal specializes in Internal Medicine and has extensive knowledge and a genuine passion for patient well-being. He is fluent in English and Spanish, facilitating effective communication with diverse patients. Through his expertise and dedication, Dr. Hemmal S. Kothary fosters health and happiness among his patients.”

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“Dr. John T. Heidrick is affiliated with Mercy Hospital of Bakersfield and Mercy Hospital of Bakersfield. Dr. Heidrick takes comprehensive care of his patients by providing regular examinations and screenings, managing chronic and acute illnesses, and coordinating additional specialized care when necessary. He currently practices at MDVIP, offers comprehensive screening and diagnosis, and utilizes state-of-the-art facilities to get the well-being of his patients. MDVIP has an extensive annual membership fee that can be paid quarterly, semi-annually, and annually, and people with this membership can use it by visiting him. He served as the Medical Director at the Optimal Hospice from 1997 to 2002, Chairperson in the Department of Family Practice/Pediatrics at the San Joaquin Community Hospital from 1995 to 1997 and between 1999 and 2002, Board Member at the Foundation for Medical Care of Kern County during 1997-2002, President/Treasurer at the Preferred Family Care Physicians in Bakersfield during 1996-2014 and also as the Chief of Service in Family Practice at Kaiser Permanente, Bakersfield and as a Physician-in-Charge at Ming Avenue Office, Kaiser Permanente, Bakersfield during 1993-1996. These recognitions show his importance and experience in the field.”

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