Dr. Steven Schepens M.D.
Family Practitioner
394 Courthouse Rd Suite A Gulfport MS, 39507About
Dr. Steven Schepens is a family practitioner practicing in Gulfport, MS. Dr. Schepens 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. Schepens 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
Univ of South Al Coll of Med, Mobile Al 1996
University of South Alabama College of Medicine 1996
Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania 1992
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Failure
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Hypothyroidism
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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