Dr. Heather Joy Peniuk MD
Family Practitioner
3314 Ivy Falls Dr Houston TX, 77068About
Dr. Heather Peniuk is a family practitioner practicing in Houston, TX. Dr. Peniuk 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. Peniuk 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 Manitoba- Fac Of Med- Winnipeg- Man- Canada 1993
University of Manitoba / Faculty of Medicine 1993
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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