About Mark Sawka
Mark Sawka - Professional Summary: A board-certified family physician, Mark Sawka, M.D., maintains his practice in Woodhaven, Michigan. His undergraduate studies at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, and Wayne State University in Detroit focused on zoology and biology, respectively. Dr. Mark Sawka subsequently studied radiation therapy technology at Wayne State University from 1982 to 1983. He next entered the Ross School of Medicine in Dominica, West Indies, where he focused on basic medical sciences studies for two years, also fulfilling teaching assistant duties in genetics and microbiology.
Mark Sawka, M.D., continued his medical endeavors after returning to the United States. From 1985 to 1987, he undertook duties in Clinical Science at Boston City Hospital, Wayne State University Hospital, and North Detroit General Hospital. His studies ushered the way to an internal medicine internship at Chicago?s West Suburban Hospital through the Rush Presbyterian program. Dr. Mark Sawka focused on orthopedic surgery from 1988 to 1989, successfully completing a research fellowship at Boston City Hospital. The period of sustained research led to his publication of several medical papers, including ?Ankle Fractures Associated with Unrecognized Lateral Ligament Injury? in the November 1989 issue of The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. Mark Sawka, M.D., rounded out his medical education through the Michigan State University Affiliate Program. From 1989 to 1991, he served as Family practice Chief Resident at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. Dr. Mark Sawka began his professional career as locum tenens physician with medical facilities in Oklahoma, California, Michigan, Alaska, and Wisconsin. He established his current Woodhaven practice in 1994. Over the years, he has structured the practice in accordance with quality guidelines developed by the patient-centered medical home program.
Mark Sawka, M.D., enjoys outdoor activities in his free time, including the hunting of fowl, deer, and moose. He acts as Treasurer for the local chapter of the waterfowl conservation-focused Ducks Unlimited. He also maintains membership in the Wild Turkey Federation. A longtime athlete, Dr. Mark Sawka participates in activities such as sailing, fishing, running, and bicycling in his free time.
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