Dr. John A Walker M.D.
Family Practitioner
16052 Doctors Blvd Hammond LA, 70403Rating
5/5
About
Dr. John Walker is a family practitioner practicing in Hammond, LA. Dr. Walker 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. Walker 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
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences 1961
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1970
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Allergies
- Sleep Disorders
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Dementia
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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Practice At 16052 Doctors Blvd
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