Dr. John Mearns DO
Emergency Physician | Emergency Medical Services
4402 Shipyard Blvd Wilmington NC, 28403About
Dr. John Mearns practices Emergency Medicine in Wilmington, NC. Dr. Mearns assesses patients who seek immediate medical attention at any time of day or night. Emergency Medicine Physicians are trained to efficiently work with each patient and situation no matter how acute or life-threatening. Dr. Mearns examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Pikeville College / College of Osteopathic Medicine 2006
University of Pikeville - Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine 2006
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