Dr. Rafael Meller MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
1001 E 2nd St Coudersport PA, 16915About
Dr. Rafael Meller practices Geriatric Medicine in Cambridge, MA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Meller 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
Universidade De Passo Fundo,Passo Fundo,Brasil MD
Universidade de Passo Fundo (UPF) Faculdade de Medicina 1997
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Geriatric Medicine
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