Nina Malika Hicks MD
Family Practitioner
122 PORTION RD LAKE RONKONKOMA NY, 11779About
Dr. Nina Hicks is a family practitioner practicing in LAKE RONKONKOMA, NY. Dr. Hicks 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. Hicks 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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