
Dr. Oscar Hunt Jerkins M.D.
Family Practitioner | Adult Medicine
1301 2nd Ave Sw Largo FL, 33770About
Dr. Oscar Jerkins is a family practitioner practicing in Largo, FL. Dr. Jerkins 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. Jerkins 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 Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca 1992
University of California 1992
Tufts University School of Medicine 1991
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Heart Failure
- Stroke
- Venous Insufficiency
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Dementia
- Abnormal Gait
- Leg Ulcer
- Vascular Disease
Dr. Oscar Hunt Jerkins M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 1301 2nd Ave Sw
1301 2nd Ave Sw -Largo, FL 33770Get Direction
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