Ricky L.. Jones, M.D.
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Ricky L.. Jones, M.D.
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Dr. Ricky L. Jones joined The Family Doctors upon completion of his residency program in 1982. He is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at Louisiana State University Health Science Center in Shreveport.
Professionally, Dr. Jones has served on numerous medical boards and committees at both the local and state level. He has lectured locally and internationally. He was chosen as "Best Doctor in Shreveport/Bossier" in a survey of patients conducted by a local magazine. He was chosen as one of the best primary care physicians in Shreveport/Bossier by his colleagues. He has been honored as one of the top physicians in the country and listed in "Best Doctors in America" since 1996. In 2005 he was honored as Distinguished Alumnus of Louisiana College. Dr.Jones is an active member of First Baptist Church Shreveport, where he serves as deacon. His is a willing participant in the activities and life of his church. A member of the sanctuary choir and contemporary praise band, he occasionally sings solos and in ensembles. He has served on and chaired numerous committees and has been an adult sponsor on youth choir tours. Dr. Jones has participated in volunteer opportunities at his church and has been on several medical mission trips to other countries.
When not practicing medicine, Dr. Jones has numerous interests. He is a bowhunter, enjoys snowskiing, golf, music, photography, travel,reading, exercise, vegetable gardening, and most importantly, spending time with his wife, Freda.
Dr. Jones is a member of:
- American Academy of Family Physicians
- Louisiana State Medical Society
- Louisiana Academy of Family Physicians
- Shreveport Medical Society
- Northwest Louisiana Society of Family Physicians
Dr. Jones suggests the following web sites for useful information regarding your health
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Live Healthier, Live Longer (National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute)
American Heart Association
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American Diabetes Association
Centers for Disease Control
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
Diseases and Conditions Index
Office Location(s):
8383 Millicent Way
Shreveport, Louisiana 71115
318-797-6661
318-795-8512
318-797-6661
318-795-8512
Accepting new patients: Dr. Jones is not accepting new patients. Please select another physician.
Primary Specialty:
Family Medicine
Education:
Louisiana State University Medical School, Shreveport, Louisiana - Doctor of Medicine : 1979
Louisiana College - Under Graduate, Honors Graduate : 1975
Fellowship:
Fellow- American Academy of Family Physicians : 1985
Academic Appointments:
Medical World Conferences - Lecturer : 1994-1995
Louisiana State University School of Medicine - Clinical Assistant Professor- Department of Family Medicine : 1983
Louisiana State University School of Medicine - Clinical Instructor, Department of Family Medicine : 1982 - 1983
Board Certifications:
American Board of Family Medicine : 1982
In Practice Since:
1982
Honors and Awards:
Louisiana College - Distinguished Alumnus : 2005
SB Magazine - Best Doctor in Shreveport Bossier : 2004-2005
The Best Doctor in America - National Listing : 1996-2005
Who's Who Among American Colleges and Universities : 1975
President Alpha Epsilon Delta Pre-Medical Society : 1974-1975
Omicron Delta Kappa Honor Society
Athenian Literary Society
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