About
David J. Chun, MD, earned a merit scholarship and his undergraduate degree from Boston University through an early acceptance combined undergraduate and medical school program at Boston University School of Medicine. He also served as a medical school interviewer there. He completed his internal medicine residency in Boston, training alongside some of the field's most prominent physicians, and received the Teaching Associate Award from the School of Medicine during his residency.
Dr. Chun launched private practice in 1998 as a managing partner at Internal Medicine Associates in Nevada. He served on the Critical Care committee at Mountain View Hospital and participated on the medical legal review panel. In 2007, he joined Newport Beach Medical Associates and the Hoag Memorial Presbyterian Hospital staff. He holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. His personal interests include skiing, martial arts, tennis, and the Boston Red Sox.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Boston University School of Medicine (early acceptance combined undergraduate and medical school program)
Medical School
Boston University School of Medicine
Residency
Internal Medicine residency in Boston
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Chun right for?
Dr. Chun is a strong fit for adults seeking a thorough, relationship-driven internist. Patients managing chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, or hyperlipidemia benefit from his comprehensive approach. He also serves patients who want a physician present and engaged during any hospital admission at Hoag. Adults who value direct communication and same-day access will find his practice style well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Chun specializes in internal medicine, with a focus on preventive care and the management of chronic and complex conditions. He treats conditions including hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, and cardiac, pulmonary, and gastrointestinal disease.
Yes. Dr. Chun holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. Chun trained at Boston University School of Medicine through an early acceptance combined undergraduate and medical program. He completed his internal medicine residency in Boston, where the School of Medicine honored him with the Teaching Associate Award.
Dr. Chun launched his private practice career in 1998. He joined Newport Beach Medical Associates in 2007, bringing nearly a decade of prior experience in internal medicine.
Yes. Dr. Chun holds active medical staff privileges at Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian, directly across from the practice. He provides personalized inpatient care to his patients when they are admitted to Hoag.
Yes. Newport Beach Medical Associates gives patients direct phone and email access to their physician, including Dr. Chun.
Yes. Dr. Chun offers same-day appointments as part of the concierge model at Newport Beach Medical Associates.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026