Dr. James Thomson Shepherd M.D.
Internist
2501 Jimmy Johnson Blvd. Port Arthur TX, 77640About
Dr. James Shepherd is an internist practicing in Port Arthur, TX. Dr. Shepherd specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Shepherd provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Univ of Glasgow, Fac of Med, Glasgow, Scotland MD
University of Glasgow Faculty of Medicine 1971
Provider Details
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Sinusitis
- High Cholesterol
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Allergies
- Neuropathy
- Pinched Nerve
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Vascular Disease
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