Dr. George Kershner M.D.
Emergency Physician
6th Avenue & Spruce St Reading PA, 19611About
Dr. George Kershner practices Emergency Medicine in Reading, PA. Dr. Kershner assesses patients who seek immediate medical attention at any time of day or night. Emergency Medicine Physicians are trained to efficiently work with each patient and situation no matter how acute or life-threatening. Dr. Kershner examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Jefferson Med Coll-Thos Jefferson Univ, Philadelphia Pa 1970
Board Certification
Emergency MedicineAmerican Board of Emergency MedicineABEM
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