Dr. Patricia J Stephenson MD
Family Practitioner
8075 Stagestop Road Black Hawk SD, 57718About
Dr. Patricia Stephenson is a family practitioner practicing in Black Hawk, SD. Dr. Stephenson 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. Stephenson 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- 1998
University of South Dakota 1998
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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