Dr. Mary H Sherk MD
Family Practitioner
1000 WALTERS ST LAKE CHARLES LA, 70607About
Dr. Mary Sherk is a family practitioner practicing in Lake Charles, LA. Dr. Sherk 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. Sherk 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
Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia Pa 1997
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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