Dr. Linwood Briggs M.D.
Family Practitioner
600 Memorial Ave Cumberland MD, 21502About
Dr. Linwood Briggs is a family practitioner practicing in Cumberland, MD. Dr. Briggs 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. Briggs 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 Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md 1981
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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