Dr. Kenneth Eugene Elek M.D.
Family Practitioner
714 N Michigan St South Bend IN, 46601About
Dr. Kenneth Elek is a family practitioner practicing in South Bend, IN. Dr. Elek 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. Elek 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
In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In 1982
Indiana University School of Medicine 1982
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Impetigo
- Gastritis
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Croup
- Strep Throat
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