Dr. Dmitriy Acherkan MD
Family Practitioner
9255 Atlantic Dr Sw Cedar Rapids IA, 52404About
Dr. Dmitriy Acherkan is a family practitioner practicing in Cedar Rapids, IA. Dr. Acherkan 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. Acherkan 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.
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Moscow Medical Institute of The Ministry of Health of R.S.F.S.R. 1986
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