David J Pedersen, PA-C
I speak: English
My gender: Male
Referral required.
Where I practice
- Emergency service
- Urgent care services
- After-hours services
- Pharmacy services
- No emergency services
- No urgent care services
- No after-hours services
- No pharmacy services
About me
I was born in Germany and grew up in Japan, Florida, North Carolina, and ultimately Hawaii, where my dad relocated to after retiring from the U.S. Air Force. My mom emigrated from Thailand to the U.S. at age 18 in search of more opportunities. Her determination drove me to study diligently, and her kindness inspired me to seek a career of serving others.
After graduating from Roosevelt High School in Honolulu, I took a break from school to join my older brother in the automotive industry on the mainland. During my 12 years of doing this work successfully, I met several doctors and physician assistants. Their altruism was the stimulus to change careers, for which I’m forever grateful.
I earned my paramedic license and worked in Emergency Medical Services while completing a bachelor's degree in biology at the University of North Carolina. Next, I went to the Wake Forest School of Medicine for physician assistant studies graduating with a master’s degree that included electives in point-of-care ultrasound and mindfulness in medicine.
About my practice
I’m a board-certified physician assistant (PA) and a member of the American Academy of Physician Associates and the Hawaii and North Carolina Academies of Physician Assistants. Before moving back to Hawaii, I enjoyed working in the family medicine department at a community health center and a gastroenterology clinic for three years. It’s truly been fulfilling to help improve the lives of others.
My mom always told her five kids, "You are what you eat." Over time, I’ve gained insights into this fundamental truth. Learning more about how the gastrointestinal tract impacts our mental fitness continues to be fascinating. My professional interests include the gut microbiome, motivational interviewing, and medical education.
While at the Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine, I conducted research on stem cell acquisition, cryopreservation, and autologous transplantation. My capstone project focused on complementary and alternative therapies for plaque psoriasis. To stay up to date in clinical practice, I read the Journal of the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) and guidelines from the American College of Gastroenterology.
How I thrive
I meditate, practice yoga, and attend church regularly to maintain my spiritual health. For my physical fitness I surf, run, and play basketball and ice hockey as often as possible.
My office
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Medical groups & plans
Hawaii Permanente Medical Group
- HMO
- Medicaid (QUEST)
- Senior Advantage
Contact information
- 24-hour prescription refill
- 808-643-7979
- 24/7 Advice
- 1-833-833-3333 (toll free)
- Appointment cancellation
- 1-833-833-3333 (toll free)
- Behavioral Health Services
- 1-888-945-7600 (toll free)
- Information and appointments
- 1-833-833-3333 (toll free)
- Member Services
- 1-800-966-5955 (toll free)
- Pharmacy
- 808-643-7979
- HMO
- Medicaid (QUEST)
- Senior Advantage
Contact information
- 24-hour prescription refill
- 808-643-7979
- 24/7 Advice
- 1-833-833-3333 (toll free)
- Appointment cancellation
- 1-833-833-3333 (toll free)
- Behavioral Health Services
- 1-888-945-7600 (toll free)
- Information and appointments
- 1-833-833-3333 (toll free)
- Member Services
- 1-800-966-5955 (toll free)
- Occupational Health
- 1-844-685-1395 (toll free)
- Pharmacy
- 808-643-7979
- HMO
- Medicaid (QUEST)
- Senior Advantage
Contact information
- 24-hour prescription refill
- 808-643-7979
- 24/7 Advice
- 1-833-833-3333 (toll free)
- Appointment cancellations
- 1-833-833-3333 (toll free)
- Behavioral Health Services
- 808-432-7600
- Information and appointments
- 1-833-833-3333 (toll free)
- Member Services
- 1-800-966-5955 (toll free)
- Pharmacy
- 808-643-7979
My training, certifications & licensing
Professional school
The University of North Carolina at PembrokeJoined Kaiser Permanente
2024Provider ID
27386To find:
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