Dr. Richard C Metelka M.D.
OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist)
1029 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy Maryville TN, 37804About
Dr. Richard Metelka is an obstetrician-gynecologist practicing in Maryville, TN. Dr. Metelka specializes in women's health, particularly the female reproductive system, pregnancy and childbirth. As an obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, Dr. Metelka can treat a number of health issues related to the vagina, uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes and breasts. Dr Metelka can also treat women during pregnancy, labor, childbirth and the postpartum period. In this specialty, doctors focus on reproductive care from puberty through adulthood.
Education and Training
Univ of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn 1981
Board Certification
Obstetrics and GynecologyAmerican Board of Obstetrics and GynecologyABOG
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