Dr. Alan Shifman Charles M.D.
Family Practitioner
741 Gateview Ave Albany CA, 94706About
Dr. Alan Charles is a family practitioner practicing in Albany, CA. Dr. Charles 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. Charles 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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State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine 1968
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