Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama PPO
Personal Choice PCN
Dr. Gerald Sparks Jr, MD
Family Medicine*
Age 66
Dr. Gerald Sparks Jr, MD
Bay Minette, AL
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience
Offers telehealth
Overview
Dr. Gerald Sparks Jr, MD works in Bay Minette, AL as
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Locations
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Bay Minette Medical Arts Center PC1903 Hand Ave, Bay Minette, AL 36507
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3.6
Based on 12 Reviews
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Patient Reviews
Mar 31, 2024
Dr Sparks has been The Woods Family Primary Care Provider for well over 20 years. I can personally say he has always been professional and kind thru out the years known. I would highly recommend him as an excellent choice for your general medical needs. Tommy Woods
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Specialties*
Family Medicine
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Education
Education
Medical Education
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
1997
Board Certifications
Board Certifications
- Family Practice
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Gerald Sparks Jr, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.
Dr. Sparks Jr accepts telehealth appointments. Please call Dr. Sparks Jr' office to make an appointment.
Dr. Sparks Jr accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Sparks Jr accepts here.
Dr. Sparks Jr' office is located at 1903 Hand Ave Bay Minette, AL 36507.
Dr. Sparks Jr frequently sees patients for
Dr. Sparks Jr has a star rating of 3.6/5 and has been reviewed 12 times.
Dr. Sparks Jr is board certified in
Dr. Sparks Jr has been practicing as a Family Medicine Specialist for 27 years.
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Hospital Affiliations
- North Baldwin Infirmary
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Hepatitis C Screening: Questions for the Doctor
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Get the flu vaccine every year to protect yourself and others from the flu. (ACIP)
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Talk with your doctor about how you are feeling if you have been sad, down, or hopeless. (USPSTF)
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See a doctor or nurse for a checkup once a year. (HRSA)
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If you think your partner might be abusive, talk with your doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)
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Get Enough Folic Acid
Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)
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