Dr. Thomas S Brassfield M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
3220 N Academy Blvd 5 Colorado Springs CO, 80917About
Dr. Thomas Brassfield practices Geriatric Medicine in Colorado Springs, CO. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Brassfield 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
Stanford University School of Medicine 1974
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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- High Cholesterol
- Pain
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