Dr. Vernilyn Nocon Juan M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
3434 Prytania St Suite 300 New Orleans LA, 70115About
Dr. Vernilyn Juan practices Geriatric Medicine in New Orleans, LA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Juan 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 of the City of Manila College of Medicine 1990
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Glaucoma
- Emphysema
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Dementia
- Schizophrenia
- Vascular Disease
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