Dr. Doug Henry Smathers M.D.
Family Practitioner
16515 Meridian E Suite 104a Puyallup WA, 98375About
Dr. Doug Smathers is a family practitioner practicing in Puyallup, WA. Dr. Smathers 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. Smathers 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
Meharry Med Coll Sch of Med, Nashville Tn 1998
Meharry Medical College 1998
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Herniated Disc
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Flu
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Pain
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea (osa)
- Vascular Disease
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