Dr. Russel James Nichols MD
Family Practitioner
130 Thompson Ave. Heppner OR, 97836About
Dr. Russel Nichols is a family practitioner practicing in Heppner, OR. Dr. Nichols 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. Nichols 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
Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or 1998
Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine 1998
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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