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John Spence MD
Go back to directory. Add to Address Book. John Spence MD Chipola Surgical & Medical Specialties – Panhandle Family CareFamily Practice Address 4284 Kelson Avenue Marianna FL 32446 work Phone: 850-482-2910work Fax: 850-482-2836workfax Biography Board Certification: Family Practice Dr. Spence graduated from University Iberoamericana Escuela Medical School in the Dominican Republic and completed his residency…
Lower Extremity Venous Reflux Study
What is a Lower Extremity Venous Reflux Study? A study that helps to evaluate the deep and superficial venous systems for evidence of valvular incompetence. Why is it done? Common indications for the performance of lower extremity venous reflux evaluation include, but are not limited to: Preoperative evaluation for venous insufficiency Venous ulcers Pain or…
September Employee of the Month
Grand Ridge resident and Case Manager, Krissy Lamoureaux, is awarded Jackson Hospital’s Employee of the Month for September 2018. During the September 28 recognition luncheon, Hospital CEO, Jim Platt expressed thanks on behalf of the Board of Trustees, Administration, and Employees, indicating the number of great things employees achieved during the month. He said, “Our…
Therapeutic Joint Injections
What is a Therapeutic Joint Injection and what does it do? Therapeutic joint injections are a minimally invasive treatment option used to relieve pain caused by inflammatory joint conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, tendonitis, bursitis and gout. Corticosteroids, used to reduce inflammation and minimize pain as a result, are injected into the affected joint. This…
Aorta Ultrasound
What is an Aorta Ultrasound and what does it do? An ultrasound of the abdominal aorta is a non-invasive, painless test that uses high-frequency sound waves to image the “aorta,” the main blood vessel leading away from the heart. Below are some common indications for abdominal aorta ultrasounds. Screening for aneurysm for patients with medical…
Pelvic Ultrasound
What is a Pelvic Ultrasound and what does it do? A pelvic ultrasound uses sound waves to make a picture of the organs and structures in the lower belly (pelvis). A pelvic ultrasound looks at: The bladder, ovaries, uterus, cervix, and fallopian tubes of a woman. See a picture of female organs seen on pelvic…