Dr. Alana Maria Kent MD
Family Practitioner
572 Maddox Dr Suite 217 Ellijay GA, 30540About
Dr. Alana Kent is a family practitioner practicing in Ellijay, GA. Dr. Kent 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. Kent 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
Mercer Univ Sch of Med, Macon Ga 1999
Mercer University / School of Medicine 1999
Mercer University / School of Medicine Medicine
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Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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