Dr. George Gordon Patterson MD
Family Practitioner
724 N Spring St Harrison AR, 72601About
Dr. George Patterson is a family practitioner practicing in Harrison, AR. Dr. Patterson 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. Patterson 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 Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar 1978
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine 1978
Board Certification
Emergency MedicineAmerican Board of Emergency MedicineABEM
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