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Dr. Linda P. Tomko M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
600 E Cathedral Rd Philadelphia PA, 19128About
Dr. Linda Tomko practices Geriatric Medicine in Philadelphia, PA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Tomko 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
Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University 1992
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM- Geriatric Medicine
Provider Details
Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Stroke
- Sciatica
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Dementia
- Pain
- Swelling
- Vascular Disease
Dr. Linda P. Tomko M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 600 E Cathedral Rd
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Nearby Providers
- Mr. Lawrence Jay Kessel MD8200 Henry Ave Philadelphia PA 19128
- Dr. Robert Smith M.D.600 E Cathedral Rd Philadelphia PA 19128
- Dr. Larry N. Finkelstein DO5830 Henry Avenue Philadelphia PA 19128
- Andrew Bennett Woldow MD8200 Henry Ave Philadelphia PA 19128
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