Dr. Anna M. Hicks MD
Hospice and Palliative Care Specialist | Hospice and Palliative Medicine
571 South Allen Rd Flat Rock NC, 28731About
Dr. Anna Hicks is a hospice and palliative care specialist practicing in Flat Rock, NC. Dr. Hicks provides care to people who are seriously ill. As a hospice and palliative care specialist, Dr. Hicks works to relieve the pain and suffering of people who have a severe medical condition and are in a critical state. Hospice and palliative care specialists try to improve the quality of life for a person who may not have much time left to live.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Geriatric Medicine
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