Dr. Kirsten Victoria Silvey M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
1 University Of New Mexico Msc084770 Albuquerque NM, 87131About
Dr. Kirsten Silvey practices Geriatric Medicine in Albuquerque, NM. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Silvey 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
UNIV OF NM SCH OF MED 2007
University of New Mexico / Main Campus 2007
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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