Dr. Robert E. Weir, MD
Internist
13681 DOCTORS WAY FORT MYERS FL, 33912About
Dr. Robert Weir is an internist practicing in Providence, RI. Dr. Weir 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. Weir 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.
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United Medical and Dental Schools of Guy’s and St. Thomas’ Hospitals Medical Degree 0
Board Certification
Millennium Physician Group
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- Oregon Health and Science University Sleep Medicine
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Get to know Hospitalist Dr. Robert E. Weir, who serves patients in Cape Coral, Florida.
Dr. Weir is a board-certified hospitalist with Millennium Physician Group in Cape Coral, Florida. Specializing in hospital/inpatient services, his clinical interests include wellness and prevention.
Formed in 2008, Millennium Physician Group has grown into one of the largest comprehensive primary care practices with more than 500 health care providers located throughout Florida. Patients can trust that they will receive the very best in medical care by their highly skilled physicians and qualified staff members.
A native of England, Dr. Weir earned his medical degree from the United Medical and Dental Schools of Guy’s and St. Thomas’ Hospitals. After relocating to the United States, he completed his residency in internal medicine at the Boston University School of Medicine, and his fellowship in sleep medicine at the Oregon Health and Science University.
An authority in his field, the doctor is board-certified in hospital medicine and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.
Hospital medicine is a medical specialty that exists in some countries as a branch of internal or family medicine, dealing with the care of acutely ill hospitalized patients. The primary focus is caring for hospitalized patients and co-management with other specialties. Hospitalists take an active part in medical care and ensure a safe discharge for the patients they take care of. They are being increasingly involved in administrative roles, given their expertise and collaboration with various teams in the hospital.
When he is not in the office, Dr. Weir enjoys cycling, charity fundraising, sailing, theatre, traveling, and tennis. Speaking several languages, he is fluent in English, French, and German.
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