Dr. Francis Xavier Speidel M.D.
Emergency Physician
1800 E Park Ave State College PA, 16803About
Dr. Francis Speidel practices Emergency Medicine in State College, PA. Dr. Speidel assesses patients who seek immediate medical attention at any time of day or night. Emergency Medicine Physicians are trained to efficiently work with each patient and situation no matter how acute or life-threatening. Dr. Speidel examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Temple Univ Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa 1977
Board Certification
Emergency MedicineAmerican Board of Emergency MedicineABEM
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