Dr. Mark J Hippenstiel M.D.
Family Practitioner
5486 Indian River Rd Virginia Beach VA, 23464About
Dr. Mark Hippenstiel is a family practitioner practicing in Virginia Beach, VA. Dr. Hippenstiel 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. Hippenstiel 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
Jefferson Med Coll-Thos Jefferson Univ, Philadelphia Pa 1997
Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University 1997
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Sinusitis
- Fibromyalgia
- Bronchitis
- Pneumonia
- Flu
- Allergic Reaction
- Stomach Flu
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