Dr. Carol Couvrette M.D.
Family Practitioner
100 Lakewood Circle Polk Center Polk PA, 16342About
Dr. Carol Couvrette is a family practitioner practicing in Polk, PA. Dr. Couvrette 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. Couvrette 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
Queens Univ, Fac of Med, Kingston, Ont, Canada 1987
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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