Dr. Jeffrey John Goerss M.D.
Family Practitioner
2700 23rd St Spirit Lake IA, 51360Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Jeffrey Goerss is a family practitioner practicing in Spirit Lake, IA. Dr. Goerss 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. Goerss 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 Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1979
University of Mn Med Sch 1979
University of Minnesota Medical School 1979
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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Practice At 2700 23rd St
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