Dr. Melinda S Walker DO
Family Practitioner
311 W Lincoln St Suite 300 Belleville IL, 62220About
Dr. Melinda Walker is a family practitioner practicing in Belleville, IL. Dr. Walker 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. Walker 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 Hlth Sci, Coll of Osteo Med, Kansas City Mo 1989
University of Adelaide Faculty of Health Sciences 1989
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- High Cholesterol
- Colon Polyps
- Indigestion
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
- Adjustment Disorder
- Vascular Disease
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