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General Medicine PC1317 N 36th Street, Laverna Village of St Joseph, Saint Joseph, MO 64506 map
Dr. Frederick Buck is an internist in Saint Joseph, MO. He is skilled at diagnosing & treating a very wide range of diseases & illnesses in adult patients.
General Medicine PC
Accepting New Patients?
Yes, Dr. Frederick A. Buck is accepting new patients at this office.
Phone
Fax
(816) 523-4724
Address
1317 N 36th Street, Laverna Village of St Joseph, Saint Joseph, MO 64506
Office Details
Insurance Accepted
- Medicare
Bio
Dr. Buck has one office in Missouri where he specializes in Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Osteopathic Medicine and Pain Management.
Specialties
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Internal Medicine
The specialty of internal medicine is an area of primary care for adults. Dr. Buck specializes in diagnosing and treating cross-system illnesses that may affect multiple organ systems. Dr. Buck can also refer patients to specialists when medically necessary. For example, patients with severe heart problems may be referred to a cardiologist for additional diagnostic tests or treatments.
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General Surgery
As a general surgeon in Missouri, Dr. Buck performs a range of of surgeries and operations, usually focusing on areas and organs of the abdomen and their related organs. Dr. Buck may utilize invasive or minimally-invasive surgical techniques, with the latter reducing recovery time and stress on the patient's body.
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Osteopathic Medicine
Dr. Frederick Buck is trained to address a wide range of medical needs in patients through a more holistic approach to care. Osteopathic physicians (DO), also known as osteopaths, are trained in a similar fashion to medical doctors (MD), but are also trained in the use of osteopathic manipulative treatment, abbreviated as OMT. Osteopathic providers like Dr. Buck take a broader view of patient care, looking at factors like lifestyle choices, diet and exercise regimen.
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Pain Management
Pain management doctors specialize in caring for patients who are dealing with chronic pain, whether resulting from injury, disease, or otherwise. Dr. Buck creates customized pain management plans for patients that may include therapy, medication management, or minimally invasive procedures. When creating a customized pain management plan, Dr. Buck will evaluate the patient and their medical history, in addition to performing tests to arrive at a precise diagnosis.
Languages Spoken
- English
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