Dr. Edward Thurman Plyler M.D.
Family Practitioner
103 Medical Heights Dr Morganton NC, 28655About
Dr. Edward Plyler is a family practitioner practicing in Morganton, NC. Dr. Plyler 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. Plyler 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 Nc At Chapel Hill Sch of Med, Chapel Hill Nc 1981
Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL 1981
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Menopause
- Heart Disease
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Dementia
- Abnormal Gait
- Vascular Disease
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