Charles A. Curtis, DO

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Get to know Family Physician Dr. Charles A. Curtis, who serves patients in Muncie, Indiana.

Dr. Curtis is a family physician who is affiliated with Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, Indiana. There, he serves as a resident physician, continuing his education in the Family Medicine Residency Program, as well as provides pediatric and obstetric care, including deliveries. 

Founded in 1929 by the Ball Brothers, Ball Memorial Hospital is affiliated with the Indiana University School of Medicine. Its Family Medicine Residency Program has a national reputation for top-quality training in the full breadth of vital specialty, including strong procedural and global health experience, in the setting of a wonderfully supportive, family-friendly atmosphere.

Pertaining to his academic background, Dr. Curtis completed his undergraduate degree with a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Nuclear Engineering and a Master of Science (MS) in Medical Physics from Purdue University in 2012 and 2014, respectively. He then went on to earn his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from the Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Indianapolis, Indiana in 2018. It is there that he gained immense general knowledge on how to maintain health and how to provide better care for the underserved and rural populations.

Family medicine, formerly family practice, is a medical specialty devoted to comprehensive health care for people of all ages. The specialist is called a family physician or family doctor. They are expected to treat a wide range of medical conditions, develop long-term, personal relationships with their patients, produce individualized healthcare programs based on patient historical data, and offer continuous support and health management advice.

Being intrigued with the medical field and its challenges, Dr. Curtis attributes his success to continuous learning and the advancement of technology.

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