Dr. Richard Harold Lukens MD
Family Practitioner
20601 W Paoli Ln Weimar CA, 95736About
Dr. Richard Lukens is a family practitioner practicing in Weimar, CA. Dr. Lukens 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. Lukens 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.
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