Dr. Darlene P Smallman MD
Family Practitioner
700 2ND ST NE WASHINGTON DC, 20002About
Dr. Darlene Smallman is a family practitioner practicing in Washington, DC. Dr. Smallman 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. Smallman 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
Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda, Md, United States 1995
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM- Sports Medicine
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