Dr. John Leon Overby MD
Family Practitioner
121 Watts St Suite F Jonesboro LA, 71251About
Dr. John Overby is a family practitioner practicing in Jonesboro, LA. Dr. Overby 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. Overby 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
Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La 1961
Tulane University of Louisiana 1961
Tulane University School of Medicine 1961
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Arthritis
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Gastroenteritis
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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