Dr. Melvin M Fritz D.O., M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
3 Heiko Court Northport NY, 11768About
Dr. Melvin Fritz practices Geriatric Medicine in Northport, NY. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Fritz 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
Univ Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca 1962
University of California 1962
Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science 1961
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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