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David A Knowles, PA-C

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Same Day Care

My provider affiliation:
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My gender: Male

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About me

My father originally moved to Hawaii Island to join the faculty of Hawaii Preparatory Academy (HPA) in Kamuela. I was born and raised there, and, after graduating from HPA, I went to Northeastern University in Boston for my Bachelor of Science. For my PA training, I went to Loma Linda University School of Allied Health Professions in Loma Linda, California, and I'm now certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.

About my practice

At one point, I thought about becoming a firefighter paramedic, and I shadowed several paramedics for a period of time. As I got to know them, I found that many of them were aspiring to become physician assistants, and this motivated me to explore that field as a possible career path. After doing a bit of research, I decided that this was a profession in which I could make a meaningful contribution to my community.

The internal medicine specialty interested me because of the wide range of medical conditions treated, and ambulatory medicine attracted me as a specialty because of its everyday practicality. My professional interests include congestive heart failure, diabetes, and hypertension.

To keep current with developments in medicine, I read the New England Journal of Medicine and use online clinical resources such as UpToDate. I also participate in continuing medical education programs, attend conferences, and consult other providers.

When I was living on the mainland, I worked as an emergency technician at Kaiser Permanente's Harbor City Hospital in Southern California. After coming home to live on Hawaii Island, I worked at the North Hawaii Community Hospital and frequently worked with the physicians at the Kaiser Permanente Waimea Clinic. In both settings, I was highly impressed by the quality of the providers at this organization. When the opportunity to work at the Waimea Clinic presented itself, I jumped at it.

I believe in treating patients as if they were my own family. Talking with them about their lives beyond their medical concerns allows me to understand them as individuals. This helps me to treat the patient as a whole, rather than just addressing one specific problem. It's gratifying to be able to provide helpful information to patients and recommend effective treatments that improve the quality of their lives.

How I thrive

To stay healthy physically, I run, swim, surf, and bike. I use an online program to work on improving my strength and mobility. I enjoy any activity that keeps me active, such as lifting weights with friends, hiking, or camping.

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My training, certifications & licensing

Professional school

Loma Linda University
Loma Linda , CA

Joined Kaiser Permanente

2017

Provider ID

17169

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