Dr. Charles Phillip Essex M.D.
Family Practitioner
702 13th St North Wilkesboro NC, 28659About
Dr. Charles Essex is a family practitioner practicing in North Wilkesboro, NC. Dr. Essex 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. Essex 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
Med College Of Wisconsin 1979
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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