Dr. Susan H. Wakerlin MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
280 W Macarthur Blvd Oakland CA, 94611About
Dr. Susan Wakerlin practices Geriatric Medicine in Oakland, CA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Wakerlin 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.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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