Kristin Shank PA
Physician Assistant
171 DOGWOOD DR NE ROCKFORD MI, 49341About
Kristin Shank is a physician assistant practicing in ROCKFORD, MI. Kristin 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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