Dr. John W Ward MD
Internist
401 North Main Street Summerville SC, 29483About
Dr. John Ward is an internist practicing in Summerville, SC. Dr. Ward 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. Ward 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
Wake Forest School of Medicine of Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center 1979
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Bronchitis
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Stomach Flu
- Strep Throat
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MT PLEASANT, SC 29466Get Direction
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- Dr. William B Sheldon MD116 Briarwood Ln Summerville SC 29483