Derek F. Williams, MD
Hawthorne, CA 90250
Providence Primary Care - Hawthorne
12618 Hawthorne Boulevard, Hawthorne, CA 90250
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About Derek F. Williams
Originally from St. Louis, Mo., Dr. Williams received his medical degree from the University of Missouri School of Medicine, Kansas City, Mo. He completed his Internship and Residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kan., where he was selected Chief Resident in Family Medicine. He completed a Primary Care Fellowship there as well. Following his medical training, Dr. Williams came to Southern California where he has lived and practiced since 2000. He has trained resident physicians and medical students and conducted patient-oriented research. Noted by his patients as a very good listener, Dr. Williams cares for the whole family. He brings years of expertise addressing the health concerns of adolescents, women, men, and the often complex issues of aging. He values the whole person – body, mind and spirit and empowers his patients through personal wellness and preventive lifestyles. Dr. Williams and his lovely wife have three children. He is an avid runner, active in his church, and enjoys exploring healthy cuisine.
University of Missouri
1994
University of Kansas Medical Center
1995
University of Kansas Medical Center
1997
University of Kansas Medical Center
2000
- American Board of Family Medicine, Family Medicine
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Dr. Williams gives excellent care to my Brother and I when we see him.
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I am very happy with my scan/ providence experiences and happy that I switched to you some years ago . I dont have any major health problems basically just check ups , I am very healthy actually and very happy to see Dr Williams
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Dr. Williams and the entire staff are always great! I have no complaints.
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All Good
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Best Dr I have ever had, he really cares my health and concerns
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Dr. Williams and staff are always very professional, supportive and kind. I do not have any complaints.
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Dr Williams is very personable and easy to talk to.
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Good
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My visits are always awesome, the team members are always very nice and respectful..
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All my visits have been very good, nothing to complain about
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Dr. Williams has been my primary caregiver for several years now. If I need any Specialty Care, Dr. Williams make sure that I get my referral in the timely manner.
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All excellent experiences
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Don't have any great doctor and explain your health to you
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Dr. Williams is an excellent doctor. I always feel valued and important. I feel free to discuss anything with him and he doesn't talk down to me or over my head.
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The doctor take the time to listen ourselves and explain what it's better for our health .
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Dr. Always listen to me when I have questions regarding my health very professional and polite
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The provider have given me the necessaryI care to see that I stay as healthy as possible. Between my provider and the rest of my care team, I am on my way to be as healthy as I can be.
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My doctor is always super kind tremendously professional and does an excellent job on informing me of any medicine I'm taking or procedures I need for the betterment of my health
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Thorough and efficient
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Excellent fast and courteous service thank you
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Dr. Williams is an amazing physician! His compassion & knowledge keep me on track. I hope he never leaves
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Dr.. Derek William is my Primary Care Physician, very warm friendly and professionalAll the office staffs are very friendly helpful.
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My experience with Dr Derick Williams have always been to my great satisfaction.
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Dr. Williams is literally my favorite doctor I've ever had. He is kind and respectful and does a great job. The staff taking blood are always really nice and really great at taking blood without any pain at all.
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Excellent doctor excellent company
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Great!
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I had a good visit.
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Thank you
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Excellent MD, very knowledgeable and respectful
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Very good, he is respectful, knowledgeable, very good bedside manner so to speak, easy to talk to.
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Dr. Williams is probably the most relatable Dr. I've had. I had a recent death in my family and my husband lost his best friend this week. Dr. Williams was able to talk to me and just be relatable. He didn't rush thru the visit, he heard me out and I felt like I was able to be strong for myself and my husband. He's such a great Dr!
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Dr. Williams always shows genuine concern about his patients overall well being. He listens and explains his treatment decisions clearly.
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Dr. Williams is the best! He takes time to really take care of the needs of his patients.
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I've never had a bad experience
Providence Patient
Fine
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I like the atmosphere of the clinic. It is very clean and open, never crowded and very short wait times.
Providence Patient
Dr. Williams and the Hawthorne Primary Clinic is simply the best.
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I have always had very positive experiences with this practice and especially with Dr. Williams. I have changed back to Dr. Williams after my medical insurance changed. He is by far one if the BEST doctors I've had!.
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All good.
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Experience good
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This Provider was selected for me by the Insurance co. During the later stages of the pandemic, when it was hard to find a provider. It's kinda far from my home but I like the experience so much I stay at this facility.
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Always a pleasnat experience
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Always excellent care thank you so much
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My care provider is very professional
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I have said many times I am happy that I am with Providence and very happy with Dr Williams as my doctor who always listens and is on top of my medical records and gives me great advice to keep active and healthy
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The experience was good
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Dr.Williams is an amazing dr he listened, gave advice and referral.
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Excellent Docter. And staff
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Dr. Williams is very caring and passionate about my well being and health. Thank you Dr. Williams for caring for me.
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This was my first time seeing this provider and I was completely satisfied.
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Dr Williams is very personable and very easy to interact with.
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Dr. Williams is a very knowledgeable doctor. He listens and her cares.
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Excellent service
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I always receive the needed care requested from Dr. Williams and his Staff. They are very courteous from the time you walk in the door. I have recommended Dr. Williams to others. He is a very caring and concerned Dr. He demonstrates concerns in regards to his patients healthcare.
Providence Patient
Thank you very much
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Care providers at this facility are excellent, always friendly and professional.
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Particular provider is mostly all good.
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Dr. Willams is very professional and was willing to talk and explain things with ease and care.
Providence Patient
Excellent
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Dr Williams and staff are the BEST !!
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I've never had a bad experience with this doctor
Providence Patient
Dr Derek Williams is an amazing PCP, he's caring and very attentive, my appointments never feel rushed because he listens to all of my concerns, and addresses each one. Another reason why I feel Dr. Williams is the best PCP is because he is always on top of my preventive care, like my mammograms, vaccines, and well checks (including bloodwork). I couldn't imagine my care in the hands of anyone else.
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Im very satisfied with my provider his kind and understanding
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Pretty good so far. I appreciate the short waiting times for my appointments.
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Have very good experience with this new Dr
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I feel very comfortable with my doctor
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I have referred 3 family members who all have upcoming appointments Dr Williams is excellent doctor
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Service and experience is always great
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Good
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Dr. Williams is an outstanding doctor. He is very patient, listens, knowledgeable and has a sense of humor. I would recommend him highly.
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Professional, kind , respectful, good person
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Very happy with having Dr Williams as my doctor
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No complaints or concerns. Keep up the great work
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Awesome
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The provider was very Courteous, and was working with the service that I had about my medical background
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Really appreciate Dr Williams manner, concerns and personality.
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Great Service regarding health care
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Dr. Williams is very patient with me and genuinely cares. He gets just as excited as I do about good news I share with him especially if it will improve my health and lifestyle. He's great!
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I had a great experience. I've been with Providence my entire life and they haven't let me down at all
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I feel Dr Williams has my best interest at heart.
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Sometimes appointments are far out but overall it's been a good experience.
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Exelent service
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Clinical Interests
- Abdominal Cramps
- Abdominal Pain
- Abnormal Bowel Movement
- Abnormal Stool
- Abnormal Weight Loss
- Abrasion
- Acne
- Actinic Cheilitis
- Acute Arthritis
- Acute Back Pain
- Aging
- Alcohol Dependency
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis
- Allergic Reaction
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergic Wheezing
- Allergies
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Anal Itching
- Anal Pain
- Anemia
- Angular Cheilitis
- Animal Bite
- Ankle Injury
- Ankle Instability
- Anorexia
- Anxiety
- Aphthous Ulcers
- Arm Pain
- Arm Weakness
- Arthralgia
- Asthma
- B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Back Injury
- Back Muscle Injury
- Back Muscle Pain
- Back Pain
- Bedbugs
- Behavioral Disorders
- Bereavement
- Bilateral Knee Pain
- Birth Control Counseling
- Birthmark
- Bleeding Hemorrhoids
- Blister
- Blood In Stool
- Blurred Vision
- Breast Discharge
- Breast Lump
- Bright Red Blood Per Rectum
- Bronchitis
- Bruising
- Burns
- Camp Physicals
- Cancer Prevention
- Cancer Screening
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Celiac Disease
- Cellulitis
- Cerumen Removal
- Chest Pain
- Chlamydia
- Choking Sensation
- Cholesterol Disorders
- Cholesterol Management
- Chronic Abdominal Pain
- Chronic Cough
- Chronic Diarrhea
- Chronic Disease Management
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (Cfs)
- Chronic Migraines
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Pain
- Claudication
- Cold Intolerance
- Cold Sore
- College Health
- Common Cold
- Concussion
- Concussion Testing
- Conduct Disorder
- Confusion
- Conjunctivitis
- Constant Nausea
- Constipation
- Contact Dermatitis
- Coping Skills
- Cough
- Cradle Cap
- Cystitis
- Daytime Sleepiness
- Decrease In Appetite
- Decreased Libido
- Dehydration
- Dementia
- Depressed Mood
- Depression
- Dermatophytosis
- Developmental Assessment
- Diabetes Counseling
- Diabetes Education
- Diabetes Management
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetes Therapy
- Diarrhea
- Diet And Exercise
- Diet And Nutrition
- Disability Evaluation
- Disorder Of Balance
- Distractible
- Diverticulitis
- Dizziness
- Drug Reaction
- Dry Nose
- Dry Scalp
- Dry Sinus
- Dry Skin
- Dyshidrosis
- Dysmenorrhea
- Dyspepsia
- Dysphagia
- Dysphoria
- Dyspnea On Exertion
- Dysuria
- Ear Discharge
- Ear Drainage
- Ear Exam
- Ear Infections
- Ear Pressure
- Earache
- Eating Disorders
- Eczema
- Elbow Pain
- Elbow Sprain
- Emphysema
- Employee Health
- Enlarged Prostate
- Environmental Allergies
- Epicondylitis
- Epigastric Pain
- Epistaxis
- Erectile Disorder
- Eructation
- Erythema
- Eye Infections
- Eye Pain
- Eye Strain
- Face Swelling
- Facial Nerve Palsy And Paresis
- Facial Pain
- Facial Tingling
- Falls
- Family History Of Cancer
- Family History Of Heart Disease
- Fasciculations
- Fatigue
- Fecal Incontinence
- Feeding Problems
- Fever
- Fever With Chills
- Finger Pain
- First Degree Burns
- Flatulence
- Floaters
- Flu Shot Vaccination
- Folliculitis
- Food Allergy
- Food Poisoning
- Foot Injury
- Foot Pain
- Frailty
- Frequency Of Urination
- Frequent Urinary Tract Infections
- Gastric Ulcer
- Gastroenteritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
- Genital Herpes, Female
- Genital Herpes, Male
- Genital Warts
- Gluten Sensitivity
- Gout
- Grave's Disease
- Grief
- Groin Mass
- Groin Pain
- Hand Injury
- Hand Pain
- Head Congestion
- Headache
- Health Maintenance
- Hearing Loss
- Heart Disease
- Heart Murmur
- Heart Racing
- Heat Intolerance
- Heel Pain
- Hematochezia
- Hematuria
- Hemoptysis
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatitis A Vaccination
- Hepatitis B Vaccination
- Hernia
- Herpes
- Herpes Zoster
- Herpetic Whitlow
- Hip Pain
- Hirsutism
- Hoarseness
- Human Papilloma Virus (Hpv) Vaccination
- Hyperglycemia
- Hypertension
- Hypothyroidism
- Impacted Cerumen
- Impetigo
- Infectious Mononucleosis
- Influenza
- Ingrown Hair
- Ingrown Nail
- Insect Allergy
- Insulin Resistance
- Intention Tremor
- Interstitial Cystitis
- Intertrigo
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Irregular Menstruation
- Irritability
- Itchy Ear
- Jaundice
- Joint Sprain
- Joint Stiffness
- Joint Swelling
- Joint Warmth
- Keloid
- Keratin Cyst
- Keratitis
- Keratosis Pilaris
- Knee Click
- Knee Injury
- Knee Pain
- Labyrinthitis
- Lactose Intolerance
- Laryngitis
- Lateral Epicondylitis
- Leg Numbness
- Leg Pain
- Leg Weakness
- Lethargy
- Lice
- Lifestyle Modification
- Lipomas
- Lower Back Pain
- Lump In Throat
- Lyme Disease
- Lymphadenopathy
- Malaise And Fatigue
- Measles Vaccination
- Medial Epicondylitis
- Memory Disorders
- Meningitis Vaccination
- Mens Health
- Migraine
- Mmr Vaccine
- Mood Symptoms
- Motion Sickness
- Mouth Bleeding
- Mouth Pain
- Mouth Ulcer
- Muscle Cramps
- Muscle Strain
- Muscle Weakness
- Musculoskeletal Pain
- Myalgia
- Nail Disease
- Nasal Congestion
- Nasal Obstruction
- Nausea
- Neck Muscle Injury
- Neck Pain
- Neck Sprain
- Neonatal Acne
- Nevus
- Newborn Care
- Newborn Feeding Problems
- Night Sweats
- Nightmares
- Nipple Discharge
- Noisy Breathing
- Norovirus
- Nose Pain
- Numbness
- Nutrition And Health
- Nutritional Counseling
- Obesity
- Odynophagia
- Optic Migraines
- Orthopnea
- Orthostatic Hypotension
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Otalgia
- Otitis
- Overweight
- Palpitations
- Panic Reaction
- Paresthesia
- Paronychia
- Patellofemoral Syndrome
- Penile Bleeding
- Penile Discharge
- Performance Anxiety
- Persistent Cough
- Pertussis
- Pharyngitis
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Pleurisy
- Pleuritic Pain
- Pneumonia
- Pneumonia Vaccination
- Poison Ivy
- Poison Oak
- Polypharmacy
- Positional Vertigo
- Post Nasal Drip
- Prediabetes
- Preventive Medicine
- Problems With Smell And Taste
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Examination
- Prostate Specific Antigen Blood Test
- Pruritus
- Pulmonary Infections
- Pyelonephritis
- Rash
- Rectal Bleeding
- Rectal Pain
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus
- Restless Legs Syndrome
- Rhinitis
- Rosacea
- Scab
- Scabies
- Scaly Skin
- School Anxiety
- Sciatica
- Scratchy Voice
- Scrotal Pain
- Seasonal Allergies
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Secondary Enuresis
- Sensitive Skin
- Severe Asthma
- Sexually Transmitted Disease (Std)
- Shin Splints
- Shingles Vaccination
- Shortness Of Breath (Sob)
- Shoulder Pain
- Shoulder Sprain
- Shoulder Strain
- Sinus Pain
- Sinus Pressure
- Sinusitis
- Skin Abscess
- Skin Cancer Screening
- Skin Disease
- Skin Tag
- Skin Tag Removal
- Sleep Disorders
- Sleep Terrors
- Slowing Of Urinary Stream
- Smoker Cough
- Snoring
- Sore Throat
- Spider Bite
- Splinter Removal
- Sports Physical Exam
- Sports Related Concussion Testing
- Sprain
- Sputum Production
- Staphylococcus Infections
- Stomach Cancer
- Stomach Cramps
- Stomach Pain
- Stool Changes
- Straining On Urination
- Strep Throat
- Stress Incontinence
- Stridor
- Stye
- Substance Addiction
- Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
- Suicidal Ideation
- Sunburn
- Suture Removal
- Swallowing Problem
- Syncope
- Tachycardia
- Teething
- Tension Headache
- Testicular Pain
- Throat Tightness
- Thumb Dislocation
- Thyroid Disorder
- Tick Borne Infections
- Tinea Capitis
- Tinea Corporis
- Tinea Cruris
- Tinea Pedis
- Tingling
- Tinnitus
- Tobacco Use Cessation
- Tongue Pain
- Tongue Swelling
- Tracheobronchitis
- Travel Medicine
- Traveler's Diarrhea
- Tremor
- Tuberculosis (Tb) Test
- Twitching
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Unsteady Gait
- Upper Back Pain
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Urethral Discharge
- Urge Incontinence
- Urinary Hesitation
- Urinary Retention
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Urinary Urgency
- Urticaria
- Vaccinations
- Varicella
- Varicella Vaccination
- Vasovagal Syncope
- Vertigo
- Viral Conjunctivitis
- Virtual Care
- Visual Discomfort
- Visual Disturbance
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Vitamin Deficiency
- Voice Problems
- Vomiting
- Warts
- Weakness
- Weight Loss
- Weight Problem
- Well Child Exam
- Wellness
- Wheezing
- Wrist Pain
- Wrist Sprain
I have no complaints I love coming to Dr. Williams office the staffing is awesome I rate 10.
Providence Patient