Dr. Shannon K. Smith MD
Family Practitioner
3733 San Dimas St Bakersfield CA, 93301About
Dr. Shannon Smith is a family practitioner practicing in Bakersfield, CA. Dr. Smith 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. Smith 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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Univ Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca 1984
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