Dr. Lavon Thurman M.D.
Family Practitioner
94 Mccrary Rd Fortson GA, 31808About
Dr. Lavon Thurman is a family practitioner practicing in Fortson, GA. Dr. Thurman 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. Thurman 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
University of Mississippi School of Medicine 1975
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Obesity
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Acid Reflux
- High Blood Pressure (hypertension)
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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