David A. O’Keeffe, M.D.
Sports Medicine, Family Medicine, Primary Care
Why did you decide to go into medicine?
The science of human physiology is continually amazing
One thing people are suprised to learn about me:
I grew up in Greenbelt, Maryland, and I have a college degree in Electrical Engineering
Favorite/most memorable patient moment:
Seeing a patient rebound from a serious, threatening illness
Favorite Pastime:
Hiking in the mountains
Favorite guilty pleasure:
Dark chocolate
Member of BMG Since:
1993
Board Certifications:
Family Medicine
Education:
MD from the University of Maryland School of Medicine
Associations:
Member of the American Academy of Family Practice
Special Training:
Family Medicine Specialty Training at UB-affiliated hospitals; Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in Sports Medicine by the Boards of Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics and Emergency Medicine
Fellowship:
Sports Medicine at Union Memorial Hospital
Hospital Affiliations:
Buffalo General Medical Center
Other Affiliations:
Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University at Buffalo School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. Committee Member setting the passing standard for 2014 Primary Care Sports Medicine Examination. 2016 Clinical Advisory Board UpToDate
Research:
Electronic Point of Care Medical Charting
Areas of Interest:
Digital Medical Charting
Community Involvement:
USA Team Member at the Cross Country World Championship in 1988 and the World Cup Marathon Championship in 1993. 1999 USA Master’s Marathon Champion. 2005 and 2006 USA Master’s Harrier of the Year. 2011 WNY Running Hall of Fame
If you think Dr. O'Keeffe would be a good fit, call 716.656.4805 to schedule an appointment.
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