Dr. Jerry M Sheppard M.D.
Hospitalist
2500 N State St Dept Of Medicine Div Jackson MS, 39225About
Dr. Jerry Sheppard is a hospitalist practicing in Jackson, MS. Dr. Sheppard specializes in the comprehensive medical care of hospitalized patients. As a hospitalist, Dr. Sheppard manages the clinical problems of hospitalized patients and the acutely ill, while working to improve the performance of the hospital. Dr. Sheppard works in collaboration with all of the different doctors that are working with the patient. Hospitalists are involved in the diagnosis, treatment and medical procedures of patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms 2001
Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med 2001
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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