Dr. Kent E Copeland MD
Family Practitioner
1625 David Raines Rd Shreveport LA, 71107About
Dr. Kent Copeland is a family practitioner practicing in Shreveport, LA. Dr. Copeland 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. Copeland 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 Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1991
University of Illinois College of Medicine 1991
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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