Mr. Michael S Phillips M.D.
Family Practitioner
1200 S Farmerville St Ruston LA, 71270Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Michael Phillips is a family practitioner practicing in Ruston, LA. Dr. Phillips 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. Phillips 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
La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La 1999
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1999
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM- Sports Medicine
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Sinusitis
- Fever
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea (osa)
- Vascular Disease
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Practice At 1200 S Farmerville St
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