Dr. Whitaker Michael Smith MD
Family Practitioner
444 Clinchfield Street Suite 201 Kingsport TN, 37660About
Dr. Whitaker Smith is a family practitioner practicing in Kingsport, TN. Dr. Smith 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. Smith 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 Ky Coll of Med, Lexington Ky 1988
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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