About
Beth Horowitz, MD, earned her undergraduate degree from Stanford University and her MD from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine. She completed her internal medicine residency at the Mount Zion/UCSF program and later earned a master's in health and medical education from UC Berkeley.
Dr. Horowitz joined the faculty of George Washington University Medical Center in 1987 and eventually directed the medical residency program there. She opened her private practice in 1996 and has maintained an academic appointment and taught medical students throughout her career. She holds board certification in both Internal Medicine and Geriatrics, the latter earned in the early 1990s, and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. She is an active member of Physicians for Human Rights and has worked with Peace Corps volunteers. She has a particular interest in adolescent patients and often begins caring for them as they transition away from their pediatricians. Washington magazine has named her a Top Doctor, and Best Doctors in America has listed her as well.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Stanford University
Medical School
University of California San Francisco School of Medicine
Residency
Internal Medicine, Mount Zion/UCSF program
Additional Training
Master's in Health and Medical Education, UC Berkeley
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Horowitz right for?
Dr. Horowitz suits adults at any stage of life, from adolescents transitioning out of pediatric care to older adults managing complex conditions. Patients with geriatric health concerns benefit from her dual board certification in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics. Her long career in academic medicine makes her a strong fit for patients who value a physician with deep clinical training. Those seeking a doctor with a broad, relationship-centered approach to primary care will find her practice style a natural match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Horowitz focuses on internal medicine, geriatric medicine, and primary care for adults. She has particular expertise managing age-related conditions, chronic illness, and preventive care across the adult lifespan. She also has a longstanding interest in adolescent patients, often taking over their care as they leave their pediatricians.
Yes. Dr. Horowitz holds board certification in both Internal Medicine and Geriatrics. She earned her geriatrics certification in the early 1990s. She is also a Fellow of the American College of Physicians.
Dr. Horowitz attended Stanford University for her undergraduate degree and completed her MD at the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine. She finished her internal medicine residency at the Mount Zion/UCSF program. She later earned a master's in health and medical education from UC Berkeley.
Yes. Dr. Horowitz has a particular interest in adolescent medicine. She often begins caring for young patients as they transition away from their pediatricians. Her background spans both geriatric and adolescent care, giving her a broad perspective across the adult age range.
Yes. Washington magazine has named Dr. Horowitz a Top Doctor. Best Doctors in America has also listed her. These recognitions reflect her long record in both clinical practice and academic medicine.
Dr. Horowitz joined the faculty of George Washington University Medical Center in 1987. She eventually directed the medical residency program there. She has maintained an academic appointment and taught medical students throughout her career alongside her private practice.
Yes. Dr. Horowitz holds active membership in Physicians for Human Rights. She has also worked with Peace Corps volunteers. These commitments reflect her interest in medicine beyond the exam room.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026