Dr. Ka-yan Tong M.D.
Family Practitioner
4509 Shores Dr Metairie LA, 70006About
Dr. Ka-yan Tong is a family practitioner practicing in Metairie, LA. Dr. Tong 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. Tong 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
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 2006
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- High Cholesterol
- Obesity
- Angina
- Heart Disease
- Hypothyroidism
- Pain
- Abnormal Gait
- Vascular Disease
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