Dr. Robert Smith M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
600 E Cathedral Rd Philadelphia PA, 19128About
Dr. Robert Smith practices Geriatric Medicine in Philadelphia, PA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Smith 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
Univ Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca 1977
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine 1975
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Stroke
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Dementia
- Pain
- Swelling
- Abnormal Gait
- Vascular Disease
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- Andrew Bennett Woldow MD8200 Henry Ave Philadelphia PA 19128