Dr. Benjamin J Hicks MD
Family Practitioner
827 S Jackson St Osceola IA, 50213Rating
5/5
About
Dr. Benjamin Hicks is a family practitioner practicing in Osceola, IA. 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
University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com 2008
Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas 2008
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Vascular Disease
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Practice At 827 S Jackson St
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Nearby Providers
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Dr. Thomas J Lower D.O.127 W Washington St Osceola IA 50213![]()
Dr. George N Fotiadis MD827 S Jackson St Osceola IA 50213![]()
Dr. Julia C Jenkins DO827 S Jackson St Osceola IA 50213![]()
Dr. Kara lee A. Thompson D.O.800 S Fillmore St Osceola IA 50213![]()
Dr. Debra Kay Neuharth PHARM.D., D.O.800 S FILLMORE ST OSCEOLA IA 50213![]()
Dr. Wilson F Rigler MD827 S Jackson St Osceola IA 50213
Nearest Hospitals
DECATUR COUNTY HOSPITALl
1405 NW CHURCH STREET LEON IA 50144