Dr. Melissa Aviva Clark M.D.
Family Practitioner
7676 New Hampshire Ave 220a Takoma Park MD, 20912About
Dr. Melissa Clark is a family practitioner practicing in Takoma Park, MD. Dr. Clark 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. Clark 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
Wright State Univ Sch Of Med- Dayton Oh 1999
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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