Dr. Barney Spivack MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
101 Long Lots Rd Westport CT, 06880About
Dr. Barney Spivack practices Geriatric Medicine in Westport, CT. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Spivack works as part of a team with other healthcare providers, to address the natural aging that goes on within the body and to manage multiple medical problems and ensure social support.
Education and Training
Mt Sinai Sch of Med of The City Univ of Ny, New York Ny 1978
State University of New York Upstate Medical University 1978
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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