Dr. James P Buchanan MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
113 Comanche Rd Fort Meade SD, 57741About
Dr. James Buchanan practices Geriatric Medicine in Fort Meade, SD. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Buchanan 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
St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo 1985
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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- Dr. Steven Alexander Massopust MD113 Comanche Rd Fort Meade SD 57741