Dr. Stephen Edward Sparks MD
Family Practitioner
505 N Madison St Bloomfield IA, 52537About
Dr. Stephen Sparks is a family practitioner practicing in Bloomfield, IA. Dr. Sparks 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. Sparks 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
Univ Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia 1980
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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