Melvin Herd
Family Practitioner
375 Se Norton Ln Suite A Mcminnville OR, 97128About
Dr. Melvin Herd is a family practitioner practicing in Mcminnville, OR. Dr. Herd 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. Herd 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
St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo 1999
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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