Dr. Dr. Steve E. Vacalis
Family Practitioner
2711 X Ray Dr Gastonia NC, 28054About
Dr. Steve Vacalis is a family practitioner practicing in Gastonia, NC. Dr. Vacalis 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. Vacalis 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
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences 1996
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine 1996
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM- 2008
Provider Details
Awards
- Outstanding Resident Award, Bristol-Myers Squibb & American Osteopathi 2000
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Anemia
- High Cholesterol
- Obesity
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Hypothyroidism
- Vascular Disease
Professional Memberships
- Member ACOFP
- Member AOA
- DO Member American Osteopathic Association
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