
Dr. Joan R Benz MD
Family Practitioner
3017 SE 5th Ave Cape Coral FL, 33904About
Dr. Joan Benz is a family practitioner practicing in Cape Coral, FL. Dr. Benz 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. Benz 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
University of Iowa Medical School MD
Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas 1978
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