Christopher Bishop DO
Family Practitioner
1990 HOLTON AVE E BIG STONE GAP VA, 24219About
Dr. Christopher Bishop is a family practitioner practicing in BIG STONE GAP, VA. Dr. Bishop 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. Bishop 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
Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine 2011
Provider Details
Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Aspiration
- Pneumonia
- Pain
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