Mr. Benjamin Edgar Shoemaker MD
Family Practitioner
202 North Main Street Suite 4 Ashland City TN, 37015About
Dr. Benjamin Shoemaker is a family practitioner practicing in Ashland City, TN. Dr. Shoemaker 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. Shoemaker 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.
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