Dr. Bakthavatsalam Parvatha Vardhini M.D
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
1 Main St New York NY, 10044About
Dr. Bakthavatsalam Vardhini practices Geriatric Medicine in New York, NY. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Vardhini 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
Kilpauk Medical College, University of Madras, Madras, Tamil Nadu India (Goa) India
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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