Dr. Joseph L Micca MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
1938 Rand Ridge Ct Marietta GA, 30062About
Dr. Joseph Micca practices Geriatric Medicine in Marietta, GA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Micca 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
Duke University School of Medicine 1991
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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