Dr. Mark Schwager M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
10 WOODLAND DR COVENTRY RI, 02816About
Dr. Mark Schwager practices Geriatric Medicine in East Greenwich, RI. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Schwager 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
University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny 1983
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Geriatric Medicine- 1992
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