Ms. Joan Elizabeth Brunson M.D.
Family Practitioner
425 Scott St Alexandria LA, 71301About
Dr. Joan Brunson is a family practitioner practicing in Alexandria, LA. Dr. Brunson 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. Brunson 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
Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine 1983
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport 1983
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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Treatments
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypothyroidism
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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