Dr. Phillip Walter Holmes M.D.
Family Practitioner
3605 Mayfair Ave Hibbing MN, 55746About
Dr. Phillip Holmes is a family practitioner practicing in Hibbing, MN. Dr. Holmes 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. Holmes 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
Univ Of Sd Sch Of Med- Vermillion Sd- 1994
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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