
Dr. Kenneth J Walker MD
Family Practitioner
2829 Virginia Ave Narrows VA, 24124About
Dr. Kenneth Walker is a family practitioner practicing in Narrows, VA. Dr. Walker 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. Walker 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 Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va 1975
University of Virginia School of Medicine 1975
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM- Geriatric Medicine
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Emphysema
- Stroke
- Sciatica
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Spinal Stenosis
- Vascular Disease
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