Dr. Tammy A O'brien M.D.
Family Practitioner
500 8th Ave Se Cedar Rapids IA, 52401About
Dr. Tammy O'brien is a family practitioner practicing in Cedar Rapids, IA. Dr. O'brien 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. O'brien 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 Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia 1995
Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas 1995
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Anxiety
- Pregnancy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Bronchitis
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Vascular Disease
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