Dr. Joyce Duckett M.D.
Internist
501 S 54th St Suite 26 Philadelphia PA, 19143About
Dr. Joyce Duckett is an internist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Duckett specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Duckett provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Temple Univ Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa 1979
Temple University School of Medicine 1979
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Asthma
- High Cholesterol
- Obesity
- Back Pain
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
- Goiter
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