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Alex J Mcdonald D.O.
Family Practitioner
2949 JOHN HAWKINS PKWY HOOVER AL, 35244About
Dr. Alex Mcdonald is a family practitioner practicing in HOOVER, AL. Dr. Mcdonald 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. Mcdonald 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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- Dr. Maria E. Bennett M.D.5295 PRESERVE PKWY HOOVER AL 35244
- Dr. Thomas Milko M.D.1451 S Main St Graysville AL 35073
- Dr. John R Morgan M.D.2800 ALLISON BONNETT MEMORIAL DR HUEYTOWN AL 35023
- Dr. Billy Earl Salser MD930 South 20th Street Birmingham AL 35205
- Dr. Mary C Gipson MD118 MARS HILL RD HOOVER AL 35244
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