
Dr. Matthew John Prihoda M.D.
Family Practitioner
420 E Polk St Washington IA, 52353About
Dr. Matthew Prihoda is a family practitioner practicing in Washington, IA. Dr. Prihoda 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. Prihoda 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.
Education and Training
Univ Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia 1987
Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas 1987
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Dementia
- Bronchitis
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Rash
- Abnormal Gait
- Vascular Disease
Dr. Matthew John Prihoda M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 420 E Polk St
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Natalie L Lanternier MD3056 River Crossing Court Riverside IA 52327
- Dr. Sonia Acharya-gupta M.D.444 E Polk St Washington IA 52353
- Dr. Trevor R. Martin D.O.1230 S Iowa Ave Washington IA 52353
- Dr. George David Nacos M.D.1230 S IOWA AVE WASHINGTON IA 52353
- Dr. Brian D Masonholder D.O.109 E Walnut St Columbus Junction IA 52738
- Dr. Mary C Laughlin M.D.503 3rd St Kalona IA 52247
Nearest Hospitals
JEFFERSON COUNTY HEALTH CENTERl
2000 S MAIN FAIRFIELD IA 52556JEFFERSON COUNTY HEALTH CENTERl
2000 S MAIN FAIRFIELD IA 52556