Dr. Thomas Jacob Wessel MD
Family Practitioner
101 E Wood St Srmc, Administration Spartanburg SC, 29303About
Dr. Thomas Wessel is a family practitioner practicing in Spartanburg, SC. Dr. Wessel 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. Wessel 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
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine 1983
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