Dr. John D Dougherty M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
760 E Pusch View Ln Suite 100 Tucson AZ, 85737About
Dr. John Dougherty practices Geriatric Medicine in Tucson, AZ. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Dougherty 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.
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Temple University School of Medicine 2002
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