Dr. James R. Patterson M.D.
Family Practitioner
3 Hospital Dr Suite 214 Lewisburg PA, 17837About
Dr. James Patterson is a family practitioner practicing in Lewisburg, PA. Dr. Patterson 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. Patterson 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
Marshall Univ Sch of Med, Huntington Wv 1998
Marshall University 1998
Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine 1998
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Sinusitis
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Bronchitis
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Adjustment Disorder
- Abnormal Gait
- Vascular Disease
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