Dr. Mark Alfred Desjardins MD
Family Practitioner
Naval Ambulatory Care Center Route 12 Bldg 449 At Groton CT, 06349About
Dr. Mark Desjardins is a family practitioner practicing in Groton, CT. Dr. Desjardins 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. Desjardins 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
Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1987
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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