Dr. Jorge Plasencia M.D.
Family Practitioner
4705 Towne Ctr Suite 202 Saginaw MI, 48604About
Dr. Jorge Plasencia is a family practitioner practicing in Saginaw, MI. Dr. Plasencia 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 to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Plasencia possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Univ De Costa Rica- Fac De Med- San Jose- Costa Rica 1995
University of Costa Rica / Faculty of Medicine 1995
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Moles
- Warts
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Birthmark
- Indigestion
- Pain
- Adjustment Disorder
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea (osa)
- Vascular Disease
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