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After earning her undergraduate degree with honors in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, Dr. Kalena Hwang went on to earn her Medical Degree from the Saint Louis University School of Medicine. She completed her residency at the University of California at Irvine Medical Center, where she was appointed Chief Resident. She encourages her patients to focus on preventive care and to maintain good health through proper nutrition and exercise. ​Medical Education: 2006 - Board Certification, The American Board of Internal Medicine 2006 - 2007 University of California at Irvine, Chief Resident, Internal Medicine 2003 - 2006 University of California at Irvine, Residency, Internal Medicine 1999 - 2003 Saint Louis University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine 1994 - 1998 University of California at Los Angeles, B.S. in Microbiology & Molecular Genetics, with Honors - cum laude Honors & Awards: 2003 American College of Physicians Sharon E. Frey Book Award 1997 - 1998 Dean's Honor List 1996 - 1998 Golden Key National Honor Society 1994 Brunswick Scholarship ​Professional Organizations: 2005 - Present American College of Physicians 2003 - Present California Medical Association Personal: In her free time, Dr. Hwang enjoys spending time with her son and husband, skiing and cooking (healthy meals, of course!).​