Dr. Ricardo C Hood MD
Family Practitioner
1313 W. Chicago Ave East Chicago IN, 46312Rating
4/5
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Dr. Ricardo Hood is a family practitioner practicing in East Chicago, IN. Dr. Hood 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. Hood 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.
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Meharry Med Coll Sch of Med, Nashville Tn 1984
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