Dr. Paul Edmund Mertens M.D.
Family Practitioner
6341 University Ave Ne Minneapolis MN, 55432About
Dr. Paul Mertens is a family practitioner practicing in Minneapolis, MN. Dr. Mertens 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. Mertens 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 Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1962
University of Minnesota Medical School 1962
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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