Dr. Mark Alan Parkhurst M.D.
Internist
3110 Gracefield Rd Silver Spring MD, 20904About
Dr. Mark Parkhurst is an internist practicing in Silver Spring, MD. Dr. Parkhurst specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Parkhurst provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Univ of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md 1979
University of Maryland School of Medicine 1979
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Abnormal Gait
- Vascular Disease
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