Dr. Douglas Gerard MD
Internist
536 Main Street New Hartford CT, 06057About
Dr. Douglas Gerard is an internist practicing in New Hartford, CT. Dr. Gerard specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Gerard provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas 1981
Stony Brook University School of Medicine 1982
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Asthma
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Rash
- Vascular Disease
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