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Dr. Howard Nizar, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 74
Dr. Howard Nizar, MD
4.2 (28 Ratings)

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Dr. Howard Nizar, MD is an Internist in Bakersfield, CA.
Dr. Howard Nizar, MD
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Dr. Howard Nizar, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 74
Bakersfield, CA
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44 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Howard Nizar, MD is an Internist in Bakersfield, CA.

About

Dr. Nizar graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine. Dr. Howard Nizar, MD is an Internist in Bakersfield, CA and has 44 years experience. Dr. Nizar currently practices at Primary Care - Dignity Health Medical Group - Bakersfield, CA and are affiliated with Adventist Health Bakersfield. At present, Dr. Nizar received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 28 times. Dr. Nizar's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Nizar also speaks Spanish. Dr. Nizar is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Wellness Examination
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Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
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Wellness Examination
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Sebaceous Cysts
Tobacco Use Disorder
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Cardiovascular Disease Counseling
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Abdominal Pain
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Abscess
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Actinic Keratosis
Acute Bronchitis
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Acute Sinusitis
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Allergic Conjunctivitis
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Alzheimer's Disease
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
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Back Pain
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Balanoposthitis
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Cardiomyopathy
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Cellulitis
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Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
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Constipation
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
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Laryngitis
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Lipid Disorders
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Loss of Taste
Low Back Pain
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
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Nail Infection
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Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
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Locations

  1. 1 Primary Care - Dignity Health Medical Group - Bakersfield, CA
    9500 Stockdale Hwy Ste 103, Bakersfield, CA 93311

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4.2
Based on 28 Reviews
5 Stars (22)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
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1 Star (5)

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Sep 06, 2024
I love Dr Nizar. He listens to my concerns and helps me weigh my options.
— Sep 06, 2024
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Drexel University College of Medicine
    1980
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  • Internal Medicine
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Dr. Howard Nizar, MD is affiliated with Adventist Health Bakersfield.

Yes, Dr. Howard Nizar, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Adventist Health Bakersfield

    2615 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA