Dr. Robert Dewey Vandenberg M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
4044 15th Ave Se Suite A Lacey WA, 98503About
Dr. Robert Vandenberg practices Geriatric Medicine in Lacey, WA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Vandenberg 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
Va Commonwealth Univ, Med Coll of Va Sch of Med, Richmond Va 1977
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM- Geriatric Medicine
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