Dr. Jerald Joe Phipps DO
Family Practitioner
1115 S Marshall St Boone County Family Boone IA, 50036About
Dr. Jerald Phipps is a family practitioner practicing in Boone, IA. Dr. Phipps 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. Phipps 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
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences 1988
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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