Dr. Mark Norval Folkening MD
Family Practitioner
3299 N Wellness Dr. Suite 150 Holland MI, 49424About
Dr. Mark Folkening is a family practitioner practicing in Holland, MI. Dr. Folkening 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. Folkening 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 1969
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Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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