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70433 (12) (1.56 mi)
70435 (1) (4.32 mi)
70448 (8) (8.33 mi)
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Find the best family doctor in Covington, LA with family practice services including annual physicals, sports physicals, acute care, primary care, chronic disease care, illness, cancer screening and more.

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  • Gurpal Benning 250 Points

    Gurpal Benning

    Gurpal Benning, MD
    1000 Ochsner Boulevard
    Covington, LA 70433
  • 210 Points

    Lakeview Regional Medical Center

    95 Judge Tanner Blvd.
    Covington, LA 70433
  • Richard Marek 200 Points

    Richard Marek

    Richard Marek, MD
    1000 Ochsner Boulevard
    Covington, LA 70433
  • Charles Balette, MD 160 Points

    Charles Balette, MD

    North Shore Family Medicine
    1119 S TYLER ST
    COVINGTON, LA 70433
  • Brian Joseph Galofaro, MD
    150 Points

    Brian Joseph Galofaro, MD

    70411 Hwy 21
    Covington, LA 70433
  • Richard Sanders, MD 110 Points

    Richard Sanders, MD

    77173 Highway 21
    Covington, LA 70435
  • Christina McKinley 100 Points

    Christina McKinley

    Christina McKinley, MD
    20 Starbrush Cir
    Covington, LA 70433
  • 100 Points

    Craig M Landwehr MD Apmllc

    71380 Highway 21
    Ste 101
    Covington, LA 70433
  • James H Newcomb, MD 10 Points

    James H Newcomb, MD

    1323 S TYLER ST STE 109
    COVINGTON, LA 70433
  • Richard J Sanders Jr, MD

    Richard J Sanders Jr, MD

    1116 W 21ST AVE
    COVINGTON, LA 70433
  • James Fitzpatrick, MD 100 Points

    James Fitzpatrick, MD

    Ochsner Clinic-Mandeville
    Distance: 8.37 mi
    2810 E Causeway Approach
    Mandeville, LA 70448
  • Robert Guilbault, MD 100 Points

    Robert Guilbault, MD

    Ochsner Clinic-Mandeville
    Distance: 8.37 mi
    2810 E Causeway Approach
    Mandeville, LA 70448
  • Gerald Keller, MD 100 Points

    Gerald Keller, MD

    Ochsner Clinic-Mandeville
    Distance: 8.37 mi
    2810 E Causeway Approach
    Mandeville, LA 70448
  • John Walker Jr, MD 110 Points

    John Walker Jr, MD

    Family Medicine Assoc
    Distance: 20.45 mi
    155 S 5th St
    Ponchatoula, LA 70454
  • Merlin Allen, MD 100 Points

    Merlin Allen, MD

    Allen's Family Practice Clinic
    Distance: 20.45 mi
    105 E Oak St
    Ponchatoula, LA 70454
  • Michael Kozel, MD 100 Points

    Michael Kozel, MD

    Michael J Kozel Fam Medicine
    Distance: 20.45 mi
    165 W Oak St
    Ponchatoula, LA 70454
  • Gregory Allen, MD 90 Points

    Gregory Allen, MD

    Allen's Family Practice Clinic
    Distance: 20.45 mi
    PO Box 129
    Ponchatoula, LA 70454
  • Nina Jackson-Battiste 200 Points

    Nina Jackson-Battiste

    Nina Jackson-Battiste, NP
    Distance: 21.55 mi
    41676 Veterans Avenue
    Hammond, LA 70403

Family Doctor Info

Family Doctor Summary:
A family doctor is board certified in family medicine and typically operates a family practice. Family doctors are usually general practitioners who treat all types of patients of all ages. A family doctor is uniquely trained to care for patients as a whole person, regardless of their age or sex. A family doctor is trained to diagnose and treat a wide array of acute and chronic illnesses as well as provide routine health screenings. A family doctor typically works with patients through all stages of their life and has a strong knowledge and background of the patient's family health history. A family doctor should stay current in most aspects of primary medical care and should offer the most current treatments and technologies available.

Family Doctor FAQs:
What is a Family Doctor?

A Family Doctor is a health care professional that practices medicine and is licensed by a state board.

What type of care can a Family Doctor or Family Practice Physician provide?

A Family Doctor counsels and examines patients for minor injuries or diseases that do not warrant the expertise of a specialist. A Family Doctor can do minor procedures and connect patients with specialists for more complicated procedures.

What can I see Family Doctor for?
You can see a Family Doctor for any non-emergency health issue. A Family Doctor can usually provide care to patients of all ages and refer patients to specialists if necessary.

What does a Family Doctor typically not treat?
Family doctors typically do not treat broken bones, cancer, serious diseases or emergency treatment.

What should you do if you need immediate medical care?
If you have a medical emergency and possibly need an ambulance, dial 911 immediately.

How do I find the best Family Doctor in my city and state?
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