Dr. Meredith Lynn Porter MD
Family Practitioner
Dthc-Pentagon Rm Mg 942c. 1 Washington DC, 20310About
Dr. Meredith Porter is a family practitioner practicing in Washington, DC. Dr. Porter 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. Porter 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.
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