Dr. James Edwards M.D.
Aerospace Medicine Specialist | Aerospace Medicine
2341 S State Road 39 La Porte IN, 46350About
Dr. James Edwards is an aerospace medicine specialist practicing in La Porte, IN. Dr. Edwards provides primary care services for professionals like pilots and crewmembers who work and travel in the air or space. As an aerospace medicine specialist, Dr. Edwards discovers, manages and prevents health issues that result from traveling in extreme environments. These physicians are particularly trained in diseases that may arise from air travel, and work to keep airmen healthy and safe.
Education and Training
Indiana University School of Medicine
University of Alabama School of Medicine 1968
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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