Dr. Farooq Masood Ahmed M.D
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
5200 Main St Suite 201 Skokie IL, 60077About
Dr. Farooq Ahmed practices Geriatric Medicine in Skokie, IL. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Ahmed 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.
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