Michael Robert Duerkes PA
Physician Assistant
2293 SUGAR HILL RD STE D MARION NC, 28752About
Michael Duerkes is a physician assistant practicing in MARION, NC. Michael specializes in preventing and treating human illness and injury by providing a broad range of care under the supervision of a physician. A physician assistant's work can include physical exams, ordering and interpreting tests, performing procedures and prescribing medication. Often times, they can assist in surgery but the scope of practice can vary according to jurisdiction or health care setting.
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