Summary

Dr. Craig Turner is a family medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College School of Medicine. With 47 years of clinical experience, he has built extensive expertise in comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages. Dr. Turner speaks English and provides compassionate healthcare focused on preventive medicine and managing a wide range of health conditions.

Dr. Turner practices at multiple locations across Louisiana, including West Monroe, Monroe, and Shreveport. He helps patients who experience weakness, difficulty walking, and challenges with balance and mobility. His treatment approach includes coordinating physical therapy to improve strength and movement, as well as speech therapy when patients need communication support. Patients have rated him 4.5 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his thorough and caring approach to family medicine.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 47 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Craig Scott Turner has 5 locations

Glenwood Regional Medical Center

503 Mcmillan RdWest Monroe, LA 71291

Dr. Craig Scott Turner

1100 Hilton StMonroe, LA 71201

The Saint Jude Shreveport Affiliate Clinic

1501 Kings HwyShreveport, LA 71103
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicinePublic Health & General Preventive Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
47 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
West Monroe , LAHouston , TXMonroe , LAMonroe , LA
Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine Med School: Xiangya School Of Medicine Central South University Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Craig Scott Turner

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Peoples Health
  • Peoples Health - HMO
  • Peoples Health - Medicare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc. - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Craig Scott Turner has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Craig Scott Turner has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Dr. Craig Scott Turner holds an active medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Louisiana that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine in 1979.

NPI Number

Dr. Turner's NPI number is 1598738049.

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Dr. Craig Scott Turner speaks English.
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