Dr. Melanie M Ukanwa MD
Family Practitioner
1217 Bonita St Grants NM, 87020About
Dr. Melanie Ukanwa is a family practitioner practicing in Grants, NM. Dr. Ukanwa 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. Ukanwa 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
Howard University Medical School MD
Howard University College of Medicine 2003
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Sinusitis
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Bronchitis
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Thyroiditis
- Vascular Disease
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