Dr. William John Baker MD
Internist
191 Johnson St Abingdon VA, 24210About
Dr. William Baker is an internist practicing in Abingdon, VA. Dr. Baker specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Baker provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Med Coll of Ohio, Toledo Oh 1989
The University of Toledo College of Medicine 1989
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Awards
- Outstanding Preceptor, 2001
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Sinusitis
- High Cholesterol
- Back Pain
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Bronchitis
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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