Dr. Marita A Rios MD
Family Practitioner
19707 I-10 W #213 San Antonio Texas, 78257About
Dr. Marita Rios is a family practitioner practicing in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Rios 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. Rios 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
UT Health San Antonio MD 2013
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio MD 2013
Board Certification
American Board of Family Medicine
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM- Adolescent Medicine- 2016
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Can a family practitioner recommend antidepressant medications?
Yes, family practitioners can recommend or prescribe antidepressants. If we are unable to find a good medication or treatment to improve depression symptoms, then a referral to a psychiatrist may be done for further assistance and treatment of depression. READ MORE
Awards
- Outstanding Resident University of Texas Health Center Tyler
Treatments
- Ear Conditions
- Diabetes & Hypertension
- Toenail and Skin Conditions
- Pap Smear
- Incision And Drainage Of Abscesses
- Joint & Soft Tissue Injections
- Iud Removal
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Family Physicians
- Texas Academy of Family Physicians
Experience & Accolades
- Family Medicine Physician2016 - 2018MedFirst Primary Care Physician
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