
Dr. Donald Gabriel Polk D.O.
Family Practitioner
206 Clifton Tpke Waynesboro TN, 38485About
Dr. Donald Polk is a family practitioner practicing in Waynesboro, TN. Dr. Polk 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. Polk 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 Hlth Sci, Coll of Osteo Med, Kansas City Mo 1973
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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- Dr. Andrei Androssov MD617 W Main St Hohenwald TN 38462
- Dr. Donald H Polk DO206 Clifton Tpke Waynesboro TN 38485
- Joseph Hensley Other507 W Main St Hohenwald TN 38462
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