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HMA membership is voluntary and open to Medical Doctors (MD), Osteopathic Physicians (DOs), medical students, and medical residents.
 
Visit our Health Care Advocacy page to learn more about HMA's efforts to support quality health care in Hawaii and find out how you can help.
 
 
HMA Directory of Physicians

The 2009 HMA Directory of Physicians is now 50% off the original price!
The directory lists contact information for Hawaii physicians, HMA members and non-members, with special recognition for HMA members. It also contains the following listings:
  • Hospitals and health care facilities
  • Pharmacies
  • Physicians by specialty
  • Physicians by geographical location
 
Purchase the Directory
Visit our ONLINE STORE or contact HMA, (808) 536-7702. Non-profit discount available. Pre-orders are also now available for the 2010 Directory, published this July. Visit our ONLINE STORE or contact HMA.

We're sorry - an online directory or electronic version is not available. For information on mailing label purchases, contact HMA, (808) 536-7702. For help locating a physician you can also contact your health insurance provider or visit the AMA Doctor Finder.
 
Thank you to our 2009 Directory Advertisers:
Hawaii Association of Physicians for Indemnification (HAPI) Central Pacific Bank
TeamPraxis The Plaza Assisted Living
Bank of Hawaii Diagnostic Laboratory Services
Hale Pawa‘a: A Professional Services Building MDX Hawaii
First Hawaiian Bank PT Hawaii
WorkStar Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii
Hawaii Pacific Health Honolulu Physical Therapy
Humana Longs Drugs
Medical Insurance Exchange of California (MIEC) Physicians Exchange of Honolulu, Inc
Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific Sleep Center Hawaii
The Doctors Company The Queen’s Medical Center
Blue Cliff Inc Hi‘olani Care Center at Kahala Nui
Kaimuki Care UCSF Medical Center
Wealth Strategy Partners AlohaCare
Arcadia Home Care and Home Health Services Kahu Malama Nurses
Mel Hertz - Retirement Coach C.R. Newton


 
 
Insurance Information
 
 
 
Advance Directives & POLST

An advance directive is a written statement about your future medical care. It is a gift to family members and friends so that they won't have to guess what you want if you no longer can speak for yourself. The AD can provide a significant amount of detail about an individual's wishes and preferences for treatment. In addition, the AD is the most common mechanism for designating a surrogate decision maker.

POLST (Physician's Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment) is a physician's order that gives patients more control over their end-of-life care.  It specifies the types of treatments that a patient wishes to receive towards the end of life. Completing a POLST form encourages communication between healthcare providers and patients, enabling patients to make more informed decisions.  The POLST form documents those decisions in a clear manner and can be quickly understood by all providers, including first responders and emergency medical services (EMS) personnel. As a result, the patient's wishes can be honored across all settings of care.

Information on Advance Directives and POLST and free forms can be downloaded from Kokua Mau's Web site, www.kokuamau.org.  Additional details available from the state Executive Office on Aging site: http://hawaii.gov/health/eoa/index.html and from the University of Hawaii Elder Law Program, www.hawaii.edu/uhelp.
 
AlohaMeds
 
If you need help paying for your medicine, the answer may be AlohaMeds. AlohaMeds is part of the nationwide program Partnership for Prescription Assistance. To see what assistance you may qualify for:
  1. Know the names of the medicines you take.
  2. Call toll-free: 1-888-4PPA-NOW (1-888-477-2669).
  3. A trained specialist will answer your questions and help you apply for the right programs.
Or you can visit the AlohaMeds Website at alohameds.org.


For more informtion download a PPA Fact sheet in English, Ilokano, or Tagalog, or contact HMA, (808) 536-7702.
 
 
 
What is an MD?
 
In Hawaii, not all physicians are Medical Doctors (MDs). A Medical Doctor is highly skilled and trained in the science and art of medicine. An MD must have a completed a minimum of the following requirements:
  • Graduation from an accredited four-year university with a minimum of one and a half years of study in chemistry, one year of study in physics, and one year of study in biology.
  • Graduation from four years of medical school.
  • Completion of one year of residency in order to be licensed as an MD.
  • Additional three or more years, can be as many as eight, of clinical training to master a specialty.
 
In addition to their medical diplomas, some physicians also are lawyers, teachers, public health administrators, and certified financial planners. Also, some are artists, sculptors, photographers, and musicians.
 
Physicians also participate in community service. Some are involved in marathons or serve as team physicians for football, baseball, and other team sports. Others work in child abuse prevention, societies to help the deaf and hearing impaired, assistance to the aging and elder citizens, environmental issues, alcohol and other substance abuse issues, toxic waste control, communicable disease prevention and cure. Many devote their time to political action such as legislative lobbying and support of political issues and candidates.
 
An MD is not just a person called "Doctor"- an MD is a caring, nurturing, and dedicated person who places humankind first and foremost.
 
What is an Osteopath?
 
Osteopathic physicians (DOs) are trained similarly to MDs in scientific medicine, but they place special emphasis on the role of the bones, muscles, and joints in the healthy functioning of the human body. Osteopaths can prescribe medicines and are eligible to belong to the HMA.
 
 
 
What is a specialist?
 
A specialist is an MD or physician who has completed the required training, not only four years undergraduate school, four years medical school, and at least one year residency, but then has chosen to study additional years to master a specific area of medical expertise. The number of years devoted to education and training could be as many as 15.
 
Aerospace Medicine focuses on physical examinations assessing the special needs of pilots and astronauts.
 
Allergists and Immunologists treat and evaluate nasal, bronchial, skin, GI, and neurological allergies, insect stings, drug and local anesthesia sensitivities.
 
Anesthesiologists administer medications to patients prior to and during surgery to ensure pain relief and use monitoring equipment to ensure patient safety.
 
Cardiologists treat and diagnose heart attacks and conditions using procedures such as angiograms, echocardiograms, and coronary angioplasty.
 
Dermatologists treat disorders of the skin, hair, and nails.
 
Emergency Medicine specialists treat all types of emergency and urgent medical problems.
 
Endocrinologists evaluate, diagnose, and treat illnesses resulting from abnormalities of the hormone-producing glands, such as thyroid, pituitary, adrenals and pancreas.
 
Family Practice specializes in primary care and gives each patient continuing and comprehensive health care in the environment of family and community.
 
Gastroenterologists provide evaluation and treatment of stomach esophagus, colon, and all intestinal problems including ulcers.
 
General Surgeons are trained to perform all types of surgical procedures; some specialize in abdominal and soft tissue masses.
 
Hematologists study and treat blood diseases and patients' cases are referred by other physicians.
 
Internal Medicine specializes in the health care of adults and adolescents. Emphasis on prevention, early diagnosis, and nonsurgical treatment of all medical conditions through a long-term personal relationship with patients.
 
Nephrologists medically treat all types of kidney disease, including management of renal dialysis and kidney transplants.
 
Neurologists provide diagnostic workup and treatment for nervous system disorders with medicines and rehabilitation. They treat disorders such as brain damage, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson's disease.
 
Neurosurgeons operate on the brain, spinal cord, nervous system and nerves.
 
Nuclear Medicine involves mostly diagnostic studies using tiny amounts of radioactive materials, and also treats thyroid disease.
 
Obstetricians and Gynecologists (OB/GYN) treat female reproductive conditions and disorders including menopause, infertility, prenatal care, delivery, and arranges for birth control.
 
Oncologists treat cancer such as lymphoma, leukemia and solid tumors. Subspecialties include radiation and surgical oncology.
 
Ophthalmologists provide comprehensive eye care including medical, surgical, and complete optical care and services.
 
Orthopedic Surgeons perform surgery and medically treat congenital deformities, defects, diseases, and injuries of the bone and joint system.
 
Otolaryngologists medically and surgically treat ear, nose, throat and related structures of the face and neck. This includes cancer, tumors, injuries, infections and deformities.
 
Pathologists provide lab testing and evaluation of surgical biopsies and cytology smears, also chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology, and coagulation studies.
 
Pediatricians provide primary care from birth to young adults, including well-child care, preventive care, and care for acute and chronic illnesses.
 
Physical Medicine, performed by a physiatrist, uses exercises, hot packs, ultrasound, ice, manipulation, traction, massage, electricity and braces as treatments. Medications are prescribed and surgery is considered when appropriate.
 
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons seek to heal and restore patients with injury, disfigurement or scarring resulting from accidents, disease or birth defects. Includes aesthetic or cosmetic surgery to correct or recontour facial and bodily features not pleasing to the patient.
 
Psychiatrists specialize in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental and emotional problems. They are trained to understand both the physical and emotional components of illness and are qualified to order laboratory tests and to prescribe medications as well as to treat psychological problems.
 
Radiologists interpret x-rays and other imaging modalities (CT, MRI, mammogram, ultrasound) to diagnose and treat. Uses x-rays to help other physicians perform numerous procedures.
 
Urologists treat urinary tract disorders, providing medical and surgical treatment for kidney ailments, male sexual problems, and performs vasectomies for male birth control.