Dr. David Ross Compton M.D.
Family Practitioner
100 Vermont Ave Oak Ridge TN, 37830About
Dr. David Compton is a family practitioner practicing in Oak Ridge, TN. Dr. Compton 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. Compton 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
Univ of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn 1981
Georgetown University in Washington DC 1981
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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