Dr. G. C. Franke, D.O.
General Practitioner
3394 Mckelvey Rd Suite 113 Bridgeton MO, 63044About
Dr. Glenna Franke is a general practitioner practicing in Bridgeton, MO. Dr. Franke does not specialize in one area of medicine, however provides routine health care services. General practitioners typically have regular, even life-long patients who they provide health care services to. Dr. Franke provides services including physical exams, immunizations, and diagnosing and treating multiple illnesses and injuries. General practitioners typically work in private offices and clinics and have staffs of nurses and administators.
Education and Training
University of Pennsylvania, PA
A.T. Still University of Health Sciences Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine 1963
Board Certification
American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians (AOBFP)
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Sinusitis
- Arthritis
- Pinched Nerve
- Herniated Disc
- Bronchitis
- Flu
- Pain
- Degenerative Disc Disease (ddd)
- Vascular Disease
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Get to know Family Physician Dr. G. C. Franke, who serves patients in Bridgeton, Missouri.
With a wealth of experience spanning over 60 years, Dr. Franke stands as a seasoned family physician dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare. Her commitment to her patients is evident in her private practice located in Bridgeton, Missouri.
Moreover, her affiliations with SSM Health DePaul Hospital – St. Louis and St. Luke’s Des Peres Hospital underscore her standing within the medical community.
Having earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Degree from A. T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1963, Dr. Franke has continuously expanded her knowledge and skills to keep pace with advancements in her field.
Her board certification in family practice and osteopathic manipulative medicine by the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians (AOBFP) reflects not only her proficiency in addressing a wide range of medical concerns but also her commitment to the principles of osteopathic care. The AOBFP is an organization that provides board certification to qualified osteopathic physicians who specialize in delivering comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages, genders, and addressing all parts of the body.
Family medicine is a medical specialty devoted to comprehensive health care for people of all ages. The specialist is called a family physician or family doctor. A family physician is often the first person a patient sees when seeking healthcare services. They examine and treat patients with a wide range of conditions and refer those with serious ailments to a specialist or appropriate facility.
As a trusted family physician, Dr. Franke continues to leave a lasting impact on the health and well-being of those who seek her care.
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