Dr. Susan Manella - What Is Family Medicine?
Dr. Susan Manella is a family practitioner practicing in Pembroke Pines, FL. Dr. Manella specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how... more
Dr. Susan Manella is board-certified in family medicine by the American College of Osteopathic General Practitioners. In practice since 1987, Dr. Manella is currently serving patients at Manella Family Practice in Pembroke Pines, FL. She specializes in preventative medicine, chronic care management, and lifestyle modification.
Dr. Manella earned her undergraduate degree in pre-medicine at Penn State University in 1978, and her medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1983. She completed a family practice residency at Nova Southeastern University in 1985. Dr. Manella is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Osteopathic Association, and the Broward County Osteopathic Medical Association.
What Does A Family Physician Do?
Pediatric Consultations. A family physician can treat the entire family, including children. You and your child can go to the same doctor together.
Diagnostic Services. Diagnostic services are often the foundation of a family physician’s diagnosis and treatment. Ultrasound technology can help diagnose diseases and conditions.
Acute Illness Care. A family physician can treat a variety of conditions including URI, UTI, bronchitis, pharyngitis, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and back pain.
