Dr. Robert M Wood MD
Family Practitioner
525 E Plaza Dr Suite 301 Santa Maria CA, 93454About
Dr. Robert Wood is a family practitioner practicing in Santa Maria, CA. Dr. Wood 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. Wood 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
Va Commonwealth Univ, Med Coll of Va Sch of Med, Richmond Va 1987
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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