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Dr. Matthew Shepard, MD

Internal Medicine*
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Map Pin Small Cape Girardeau, MO
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30 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Matthew Shepard, MD

Dr. Matthew Shepard, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Cape Girardeau, MO. They specialize in Internal Medicine, has 30 years of experience. They graduated from INDIANA UNIVERSITY / BLOOMINGTON and is affiliated with Saint Francis Medical Center. Dr. Shepard, completed a residency at In University School of Med. Patients rated Dr. Shepard an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Shepard works at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau, MO. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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    Saint Francis Medical Center
    211 Saint Francis Dr # 15, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (573) 331-3000

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    • Internal Medicine

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    • 30 years of experience
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    • In University School of Med
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    • INDIANA UNIVERSITY / BLOOMINGTON
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    Dr. Shepard works at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau, MO. View the full address on Dr. Shepard’s profile.

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