Dr. Anne M Yawman MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
1627 W Chew St Allentown PA, 18102About
Dr. Anne Yawman practices Geriatric Medicine in Allentown, PA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Yawman 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
Allegheny Univ Of Hlth Sciences- Philadelphia Pa 1999
Drexel University College of Medicine 1999
HAHNEMANN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE 1999
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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