Dr. Melvin Leonard Oakley M.D.
Internist
826 W Washington St Eufaula AL, 36027About
Dr. Melvin Oakley is an internist practicing in Eufaula, AL. Dr. Oakley 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. Oakley 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
Va Commonwealth Univ, Med Coll of Va Sch of Med, Richmond Va 1977
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine 1977
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Arthritis
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Stroke
- Osteoarthritis
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Vascular Disease
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