Physician Assistant in Port Gibson, MS Accepting Medicare

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Sherita Tina Lakira Hernton, PA
Physician Assistant
Medicare: Medicare Enrolled
Practice Location: 1063 Tommy Dotson Rd, Port Gibson, MS 39150
Phone: 601-702-9819    

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Popular Specializations in Port Gibson, MS:

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Physician Assistant


Physician Assistant: A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.



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