History
The Practice has a long history of serving the residents of Norfolk, VA. Dr. Kirkland has been the lead physician since 1989. The Practice originated in the Ocean View, Norfolk area under prior leadership, moving to the DePaul campus in the 1980's. Then the Practice was relocated to its current location in the charming Ghent section of Norfolk in 2010, where it has been very well received by the community.
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Our Providers
Doctor of medicine
C. Stokes Kirkland, Jr.
"I believe that people/patients have huge health potential. I would love the opportunity to treat you and to help you achieve better living through better health."
Education
EASTERN VIRGINIA MEDICAL SCHOOL
MD, 1981
THE MEDICAL COLLEGE OF VIRGINIA
Residency, 1984
Activities & Affiliations
• Eastern Virginia Medical School, Community Faculty
Certifications
• American Board of Family Medicine
Doctor of medicine
David S. Kirkland, MD
“As a family physician, I aim to provide comprehensive care for a diverse array of medical problems, both chronic and acute, for patients of all ages. I deeply value the physician-patient relationship and strive to always focus my efforts to care for the patient as a real individual and not only to treat his/her medical problems. As a passionate family man myself, it would be my privilege to take your family as if it were my own.”
Activities & Affiliations
• American Academy of Family Physicians
Certifications
• American Board of Family Medicine
Education
EASTERN VIRGINIA MEDICAL SCHOOL
Master of Biomedical Sciences, 2017
EASTERN VIRGINIA MEDICAL SCHOOL
MD, 2021
VCU RIVERSIDE FAMILY MEDICINE RESIDENCY
Residency, 2024
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT-CERTIFIED
Lauren Cala Edwards, MS, PA-C
Education
A.T. Still University
Master of Physician Assistant Studies, 2016
University of New Mexico
B.S, Emergency Medical Services, 2013
B.A, Spanish, 2013
Activities & Affiliations
• Certification NCCPA