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Dr. Desmond Jackson, MD

Internal Medicine, Rheumatology
Accepting new patients
Bronson Rheumatology Specialists - Drake Rd. 501 S Drake Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 308-7001

Overview
Location
Expertise
Insurance

Brief Intro

Dr. Jackson was motivated to become a doctor after witnessing his mother, father, sister and brother all become successful in healthcare. He was especially interested in learning about the musculoskeletal system and the immune system. He chose to focus on rheumatology because rheumatologic cases are the most complex, however, when managed, can lead to great patient satisfaction. He most looks forward to patients telling him their symptoms have lessened and their quality of life has improved.Dr. Jackson has spent a lot of time volunteering and mentoring youth and providing guidance to students interested in going to medical school. In his free time, he enjoys going to movies and traveling.My approach to practicing medicine is to utilize the most up to date evidence and to provide care and education to my patients in a way that is easily understandable. My approach to providing care to my patients is to teach and make medical concepts easily understandable.

Education Background

FELLOWSHIP

Case Western University Cleveland Medical Center

RESIDENCY

St. John Hospital & Medical Center, Detroit, Mich.

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Wayne State University School of Medicine

Wayne State University, Detroit, Mich. (Education)

Languages Spoken

English

Location & Hours

501 S Drake Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Mon:7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue:7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed:7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu:7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri:7:30 am - 12:00 pm
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

Rheumatology
Internal Medicine

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

Aetna Better Health
Medica
Blue Cross Blue Shield
CHAMPVA
Molina Healthcare
Humana
HealthScope Benefits
Medicare
Medicaid
Priority Health
Ascension Health
APWU
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Aetna
HealthSmart
Meritain Health
UnitedHealthcare
AARP
Cigna
GEHA
Wellcare
Meridian Health Plan
Ambetter

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Children's Hospital 7
Urology 49
Psychiatry 51
Geriatrics 51
Rehabilitation 38
Obsterics & Gynecology 6
Ophthalmology 1
Ear, Nose & Throat 4
Rheumatology 1
Long Term Care 11
Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 33