Dr. Anita C Mercado MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
301 University Blvd Galveston TX, 77555About
Dr. Anita Mercado practices Geriatric Medicine in Galveston, TX. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Mercado 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 Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx 1991
Texas A&M University, TX 1991
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Asthma
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Vascular Disease
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