Dr. Tammy B Kiger MD
Internist
8282 Nc Highway 58 South Harvest Family Healt Elm City NC, 27822About
Dr. Tammy Kiger is an internist practicing in Elm City, NC. Dr. Kiger specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Kiger provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University 2000
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Vascular Disease
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