Dr. Philip Edward Shoaf DO
Family Practitioner | Adult Medicine
4074 Market St Tyrone PA, 16686About
Dr. Philip Shoaf is a family practitioner practicing in Tyrone, PA. Dr. Shoaf 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. Shoaf 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 Hlth Sci, Coll of Osteo Med, Kansas City Mo 1977
Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine 1977
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