Dr. Michael J Underwood MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
256 North Main Street Manchester CT, 06040Rating
3/5
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Dr. Michael Underwood practices Geriatric Medicine in Manchester, CT. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Underwood 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 Ct Sch Of Med- Farmington Ct 1982
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Geriatric Medicine
Provider Details
Treatments
- Preventive Care
Fellowships
- University of Connecticut Geriatric Medicine 1988
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