Denise Hooks-Anderson, MD
Family Medicine
Sees patients of all ages
Penn Family Medicine University City
Make an appointmentCall 215-474-6100
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About me

  • Regional Medical Director, Primary Care, Philadelphia Region
  • Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Medicine and Community Health

Dr. Hooks-Anderson is a board certified family physician who is passionate about preventative medicine and the elimination of health disparities. Her passion is fueled by her strong desire to improve healthcare for minority, disadvantaged, and marginalized communities. Her philosphy is simple: treat all people with respect, compassion, and love. 

Education and training

  • Medical School: University of Iowa College of Medicine
  • Residency: University of Nebraska Medical Center

What my patients think about me

Average Rating

842 reviews

Comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Penn Medicine.

January 2026
empathetic and kind
January 2026
very informative
January 2026
very easy to talk to and doesn't rush you
January 2026
she gives me the best options and always making sure that i maintain my exercises

Insurance accepted

My Locations

Penn Medicine hospital privileges

  • Penn Presbyterian Medical Center: On the medical staff, but does not have privileges to treat patients in the hospital.
Dr. Hooks-Anderson is a Penn Medicine physician.

Qualifications and experience

Treatments and Conditions