Dr. Dorothy Deguzman MD
Family Practitioner
86 N Mitchell Ave Bakersville NC, 28705About
Dr. Dorothy Deguzman is a family practitioner practicing in Bakersville, NC. Dr. Deguzman 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. Deguzman 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
Emory University School Of Medicine 2007
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Pregnancy
- Flu
- Pain
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Stomach Flu
- Croup
- Vascular Disease
- Strep Throat
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