Dr. John Vanschagen MD
Family Practitioner
300 Lafayette Ave Se Suite 4200 Grand Rapids MI, 49503About
Dr. John Vanschagen is a family practitioner practicing in Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Vanschagen 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. Vanschagen 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
Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine 1988
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Chronic Pain
- Moles
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Birthmark
- Pain
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Vascular Disease
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