Dr. Samuel K Abshire MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
926 Frances Dr Haynesville LA, 71038Rating
4/5
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Dr. Samuel Abshire practices Geriatric Medicine in Haynesville, LA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Abshire works as part of a team with other healthcare providers, to address the natural aging that goes on within the body and to manage multiple medical problems and ensure social support.
Education and Training
La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La 1981
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1981
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Heart Failure
- Osteoarthritis
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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Practice At 926 Frances Dr
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