Dr. Nancy Marie Akins D.O.
Family Practitioner
3200 GRAND AVE DES MOINES IA, 50312About
Dr. Nancy Akins is a family practitioner practicing in Kissimmee, FL. Dr. Akins 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. Akins 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.
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Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences Medicine
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