Dr. Robert Alston Barker MD
Family Practitioner
333 Gashes Creek Rd Asheville NC, 28803About
Dr. Robert Barker is a family practitioner practicing in Asheville, NC. Dr. Barker 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. Barker 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.
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