Dr. Steven R Shepherd DO
Family Practitioner
13700 19 Mile Rd Sterling Heights MI, 48313About
Dr. Steven Shepherd is a family practitioner practicing in Sterling Heights, MI. Dr. Shepherd 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. Shepherd 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
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences DO
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine 1986
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- High Cholesterol
- Osteoporosis
- Pain
- Interstitial Cystitis
- Vascular Disease
- Strep Throat
Professional Memberships
- DO Member American Osteopathic Association
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