Dr. Virginia L. Blanks MD
Family Practitioner
4830 Rucker Rd Attn: Village Family Moneta VA, 24121About
Dr. Virginia Blanks is a family practitioner practicing in Moneta, VA. Dr. Blanks 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. Blanks 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
Univ of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va 1988
University of Virginia School of Medicine 1988
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Bipolar Disorder
- Sinusitis
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Flu
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
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