Dr. Maxwell Barus MD
Family Practitioner
180 Church Hill Rd Suite 1 Leeds ME, 04263About
Dr. Maxwell Barus is a family practitioner practicing in Leeds, ME. Dr. Barus 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. Barus 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
Harvard Medical School 1969
Mechanical Engineering 1981
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM- Geriatric Medicine
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