Dr. Douglas Lipperd MD
Family Practitioner
4274 Cahaba Heights Ct Suite 130 Birmingham AL, 35243About
Dr. Douglas Lipperd is a family practitioner practicing in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Lipperd 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. Lipperd 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
Vanderbilt Univ Sch of Med, Nashville Tn 1995
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine 1995
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Torn Meniscus
- Herniated Disc
- Indigestion
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Vascular Disease
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