Dr. Ricky Lee Irons MD
Internist
409 North Cedar Street Florence AL, 35630About
Dr. Ricky Irons is an internist practicing in Florence, AL. Dr. Irons specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Irons provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
University of Alabama School of Medicine 1982
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Treatments
- Diabetes
- Anemia
- High Cholesterol
- Arthritis
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Bronchitis
- Hypothyroidism
- Vascular Disease
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