Dr. Debra Shinkle MD
Family Practitioner
1120 W Rose St Walla Walla WA, 99362About
Dr. Debra Shinkle is a family practitioner practicing in Walla Walla, WA. Dr. Shinkle 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. Shinkle 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 Ut Sch of Med, Salt Lake Cty Ut 1993
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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