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Dr. Joseph Lestina MD
Hospitalist
2841 Debarr Rd Suite 771 Anchorage AK, 99508About
Dr. Joseph Lestina is a hospitalist practicing in Anchorage, AK. Dr. Lestina specializes in the comprehensive medical care of hospitalized patients. As a hospitalist, Dr. Lestina manages the clinical problems of hospitalized patients and the acutely ill, while working to improve the performance of the hospital. Dr. Lestina works in collaboration with all of the different doctors that are working with the patient. Hospitalists are involved in the diagnosis, treatment and medical procedures of patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok 1995
University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine 1995
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Pancreatitis
- Malnutrition
- Vascular Disease
Dr. Joseph Lestina MD's Practice location
Practice At 2841 Debarr Rd Suite 771
2841 Debarr Rd Suite 771 -Anchorage, AK 99508Get Direction
Practice At 4800 Cordova Street Suite 100
4800 Cordova Street Suite 100 -Anchorage, AK 99503Get Direction
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