Dr. Melanie D. Shorter M.D.
Family Practitioner
106 Moran Drive Bonaire GA, 31005About
Dr. Melanie Shorter is a family practitioner practicing in Bonaire, GA. Dr. Shorter 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. Shorter 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
Georgetown University in Washington DC 2000
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Menopause
- High Cholesterol
- Allergies
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Vaginitis
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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