Obstetrics & Gynecology Doctors in Athens, AL Accepting Medicare

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Dr. Oliver Esquivel Carlota, M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Medicare: Medicare Enrolled
Practice Location: 1005 W Market St, Suite 17, Athens, AL 35611
Phone: 256-233-3100    Fax: 256-233-2277
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Stephen Robert Shassberger,
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Medicare: Accepting Medicare Assignments
Practice Location: 22335 Us Highway 72 Ste C, Athens, AL 35613
Phone: 256-233-5000    Fax: 256-233-5361
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Dr. William Edward Beasley Jr., MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Medicare: Not Enrolled in Medicare
Practice Location: 1005 W Market St, Suite 7, Athens, AL 35611
Phone: 256-233-1613    Fax: 256-233-2391

Obstetrics & Gynecology: An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.


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