Dr. Matthew S. Kaatz M.D.
Family Practitioner
101 1st St Nw Pulaski VA, 24301About
Dr. Matthew Kaatz is a family practitioner practicing in Pulaski, VA. Dr. Kaatz 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. Kaatz 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
Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1996
Tufts University School of Medicine 1996
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Awards
- Mercer University School of Medicine Family Practice Residency Progra 1997 Intern of the Year
- Mercer University School of Medicine Family Practice Residency Progra 1999 Resident of the Year/Resident Teacher of the Year
- 2005 Chairman Department of Medicine, Pulaski Community Hospital
Treatments
- High Cholesterol
- Arthritis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Acid Reflux
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Hypothyroidism
- Pain
- Keratosis Pilaris
- Degenerative Disc Disease (ddd)
- Vascular Disease
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