Dr. Dewitt Charles Fortenberry MD
Internist
2600 Saint Michael Dr Texarkana Emerg Med Texarkana TX, 75503About
Dr. Dewitt Fortenberry is an internist practicing in Texarkana, TX. Dr. Fortenberry specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Fortenberry provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine, Uams, University Of Arkansas For Me MD
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine 1990
Board Certification
Emergency MedicineAmerican Board of Emergency MedicineABEM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Stroke
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pneumonia
- Vascular Disease
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Dr. Karen Clarke MD2602 Saint Michael Dr Texarkana TX 75503![]()
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