Dr. Richard L Plummer MD
Family Practitioner
2701 S Kiwanis Ave Sioux Falls SD, 57105About
Dr. Richard Plummer is a family practitioner practicing in Sioux Falls, SD. Dr. Plummer 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. Plummer 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 Sd Sch Of Med- Vermillion Sd- 1980
University of South Dakota 1980
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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