Dr. Douglas Earl Vickstrom MD
Internist
2979 Victoria St Va Opt Clinic Bettendorf IA, 52722About
Dr. Douglas Vickstrom is an internist practicing in Bettendorf, IA. Dr. Vickstrom specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Vickstrom provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Univ of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne 1973
University of Nebraska College of Medicine 1973
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Sleep Apnea
- Heart Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea (osa)
- Vascular Disease
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