Dr. James Dennis Mcgettigan M.D.
Emergency Physician
201 Hall Hwy Crisfield MD, 21817Rating
5/5
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Dr. James Mcgettigan practices Emergency Medicine in Crisfield, MD. Dr. Mcgettigan 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. Mcgettigan examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
University of Virginia / Main Campus 1975
University of Virginia School of Medicine 1975
Board Certification
Emergency MedicineAmerican Board of Emergency MedicineABEM
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