Dr. Guihong Chen MD
Family Practitioner
Earl K. Long Hospital, Lsu Unit 5825 Airline Highway Baton Rouge LA, 70805About
Dr. Guihong Chen is a family practitioner practicing in Baton Rouge, LA. Dr. Chen 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. Chen 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
Tianjin Med Coll, Tianjin, Tianjin, China 1989
Tianjin Medical College 1989
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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