Dr. Kent R Opheim MD
Family Practitioner
2710 Saint Francis Dr Suite 210 Waterloo IA, 50702About
Dr. Kent Opheim is a family practitioner practicing in Waterloo, IA. Dr. Opheim specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Opheim possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Univ Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia 1974
Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States 1974
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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