Dr. Kim Elizabeth Higgins DO
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
1980 Stadium Oaks Ct Suite 201 Arlington TX, 76011About
Dr. Kim Higgins practices Geriatric Medicine in Arlington, TX. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Higgins 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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Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM- Hospice and Palliative Medicine
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