Dr. David Burnside, MD
Emergency Physician
1 Memorial Dr Alton IL, 62002About
Dr. David Burnside practices Emergency Medicine in Alton, IL. Dr. Burnside 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. Burnside examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio 1988
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Treatments
- Ear Infection
- Pain
- Strep Throat
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