Dr. Clayton W. Straughn, M.D.
Family Practitioner
4404 Queensbury Rd Suite 130 Riverdale MD, 20737Rating
3/5
About
Dr. Clayton Straughn is a family practitioner practicing in Riverdale, MD. Dr. Straughn 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. Straughn 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
Spartan Hlth Sci Univ, Vieux Fort, St Lucia 1986
Spartan Health Sciences University, School of Medicine,Vieux Fort, Saint Lucia 1986
Spartan Health Sciences University School of Medicine 1986
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Eczema
- Dermatitis
- Contact Dermatitis
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Gastritis
- Vaginitis
- Tonsillitis
- Vascular Disease
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