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West Hawaii Community Health Center, Inc.75 -5751 Kuakini Highway, Kailua Kona, HI 96740 map
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West Hawaii Community Health Center, Inc.75-5751 Kuakini Hwy 101a, Kailua Kona, HI 96740 map
As an osteopath, Dr. Ankrum treats patients similarly to other physicians, with additional emphasis on a hands-on, or manipulative, approach to treatment.
West Hawaii Community Health Center, Inc.
Accepting New Patients?
Yes, Dr. Laura J. Ankrum is accepting new patients at this office.
Phone
Fax
(808) 329-5057
Address
75 -5751 Kuakini Highway, Kailua Kona, HI 96740
Office Details
West Hawaii Community Health Center, Inc.
Insurance Accepted
- Medicare
Bio
Dr. Laura Ankrum graduated from Other in 2000.
Dr. Ankrum has two offices in Hawaii where she specializes in Osteopathic Medicine.
Dr. Ankrum works with nine doctors including Dr. David Woodliff and Dr. Jessica Craig.
Specialty
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Osteopathic Medicine
Dr. Laura Ankrum is trained to address a wide range of medical needs in patients through a more holistic approach to care. Osteopathic physicians (DO), also known as osteopaths, are trained in a similar fashion to medical doctors (MD), but are also trained in the use of osteopathic manipulative treatment, abbreviated as OMT. Osteopathic providers like Dr. Ankrum take a broader view of patient care, looking at factors like lifestyle choices, diet and exercise regimen.
Education & Training
Medical School
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Other
DO • 2000
Languages Spoken
- English
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