Dr. Ghazal A Shaikh M.D.
Family Practitioner
4811 S Arrowhead Dr Independence MO, 64055About
Dr. Ghazal Shaikh is a family practitioner practicing in Independence, MO. Dr. Shaikh 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. Shaikh 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 University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine 1995
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Menopause
- High Cholesterol
- Osteoporosis
- Breast Cancer
- High Blood Pressure (hypertension)
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Bronchitis
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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