Dr. Michael Aratow M.D.
Emergency Physician
222 W 39th Ave San Mateo CA, 94403About
Dr. Michael Aratow practices Emergency Medicine in San Mateo, CA. Dr. Aratow assesses patients who seek immediate medical attention at any time of day or night. Emergency Medicine Physicians are trained to efficiently work with each patient and situation no matter how acute or life-threatening. Dr. Aratow examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Univ of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1985
University of California 1985
Board Certification
Emergency MedicineAmerican Board of Emergency MedicineABEM
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