Dr. Steven N. Spence M.D.
Family Practitioner
920 S Main St Blackstone VA, 23824About
Dr. Steven Spence is a family practitioner practicing in Blackstone, VA. Dr. Spence 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. Spence 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 Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va 1977
University of Virginia School of Medicine 1977
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Asthma
- High Cholesterol
- Pregnancy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Gastroenteritis
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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