Dr. Frederick Dean Heard M.D.
Family Practitioner
1501 Kings Hwy Department Of Family Shreveport LA, 71103Rating
3/5
About
Dr. Frederick Heard is a family practitioner practicing in Shreveport, LA. Dr. Heard 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. Heard 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
La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La 1990
Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine 1990
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1990
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Hepatitis
- Acid Reflux
- Back Pain
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
Dr. Frederick Dean Heard M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 1501 Kings Hwy Department Of Family Medicine
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