Ms. Melissa Maxine Hicks MD
Family Practitioner
123 HENDERSONVILLE RD ASHEVILLE NC, 28803About
Dr. Melissa Hicks is a family practitioner practicing in Asheville, NC. Dr. Hicks 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. Hicks 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
Univ of Mo, Columbia Sch of Med, Columbia Mo 1984
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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