Dr. Dorothy E. stephens Hughes MD
Family Practitioner
5890 Valley Rd Suite 200 Birmingham AL, 35235About
Dr. Dorothy Hughes is a family practitioner practicing in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Hughes 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. Hughes 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 AL SCH OF MED 2005
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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- Dr. Ankrehah Trimble Johnson DO48 MEDICAL PARK DR E BIRMINGHAM AL 35235
- Dr. Lefferage Kent Robbins MD5890 Valley Rd Birmingham AL 35235
- Dr. John Joseph Davis M.D.5577 Chalkville Rd Birmingham AL 35235
- Dr. Charlotte E Menzel M.D.50 Medical Park Dr E Birmingham AL 35235
- Dr. Nancy E Pajaro M.D.3240 EDWARDS LAKE PKWY BIRMINGHAM AL 35235
- Dr. Lora J. Pound M.D.5890 Valley Rd Birmingham AL 35235