Dr. Walter Acuna, MD
Dr. Walter Acuna, MD
Offers telehealth
Overview
Dr. Walter Acuna, MD works in Oakland, CA as
They are board certified in
This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.
Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.
Patients said the staff was friendly.
Insurance Accepted
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California - Northern HMO
Locations
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Office275 W Macarthur Blvd, Oakland, CA 94611
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Office3801 Howe St Rm 420, Oakland, CA 94611
Patient Satisfaction
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Dr.Acuna is supportive, he takes time to listen to his patients. He is very nonjudgemental and suggests ways to manage your medical conditions. It has been a pleasure to be his patient for the last 10years.
About Me
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Education
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UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES / CENTER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES
2002
Board Certifications
- Hospice Care and Palliative Medicine and Internal Medicine
Frequently Asked Questions
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Dr. Acuna accepts telehealth appointments. Please call Dr. Acuna's office to make an appointment.
Dr. Acuna's office is located at 275 W Macarthur Blvd Oakland, CA 94611.
Yes, Dr. Acuna speaks Spanish. See Dr. Acuna's profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.
Dr. Acuna has a star rating of 3.8/5 and has been reviewed 4 times.
Dr. Acuna is board certified in
Dr. Acuna has been practicing as a Hospice & Palliative Medicine Internist for 22 years.
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Preventive care: what doctors want you to know
Preventive care can help identify current or future health and medical concerns before they become major.
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Hepatitis C Screening: Questions for the Doctor
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Get the flu vaccine every year to protect yourself and others from the flu. (ACIP)
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Get Your Well-Woman Visit Every Year
See a doctor or nurse for a checkup once a year. (HRSA)
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Watch for Warning Signs of Relationship Violence
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Get Screened for Cervical Cancer
Get a Pap test every 3 years. If you get a Pap test and an HPV test, you can get screened every 5 years instead. (USPSTF)
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Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation
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Get Vaccines to Protect Your Health (Adults Ages 19 to 49 Years)
Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)
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Get Enough Folic Acid
Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)
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Quit Smoking
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