Dr. James J. Metcalf DO
Family Practitioner
283 N Pecos Rd Henderson NV, 89074About
Dr. James Metcalf is a family practitioner practicing in Henderson, NV. Dr. Metcalf 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. Metcalf 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
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine 1999
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Bipolar Disorder
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Pinched Nerve
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Peripheral Artery Disease (pad)
- Vascular Disease
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