Dr. Julia Flax, M.D.
Family Practitioner
1530 E Republic Rd Springfield MO, 65804About
Dr. Julia Flax is a family practitioner practicing in Springfield, MO. Dr. Flax 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. Flax 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
University of Missouri / Columbia Campus 1998
University of Pennsylvania, PA 1998
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Sinusitis
- Emphysema
- High Cholesterol
- Angina
- Ear Infection
- Aneurysm
- Tonsillitis
- Vascular Disease
- Strep Throat
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