Dr. Lawrence Stevens Merritt M.D.
Family Practitioner
12417 Gulf Blvd Saint Petersburg FL, 33706About
Dr. Lawrence Merritt is a family practitioner practicing in Saint Petersburg, FL. Dr. Merritt 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. Merritt 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 Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok 1961
University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine 1961
Board Certification
Obstetrics and GynecologyAmerican Board of Obstetrics and GynecologyABOG
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Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Hypothyroidism
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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