Dr. Joel Kann M.D.
Family Practitioner
1901 Hillandale Rd Suite D Durham NC, 27705About
I entered family practice as a nurse practitioner 35 years ago. After 10 years of practice, I attended medical school to obtain an MD and finished a residency in family medicine at UNC (yes, I remain ...
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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- Sports Medicine
Professional Memberships
- Member American Association of Family Practice
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