Dr. Joseph Balsamo M.D.
Internist
687 Campbell Ave West Haven CT, 06516About
Dr. Joseph Balsamo is an internist practicing in West Haven, CT. Dr. Balsamo 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. Balsamo 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
Univ Del Noreste- Esc De Med- Tampico- Tamaulipas- Mexico 1986
Universidad Del Noreste 1986
Universidad del Noreste Escuela de Medicina 'Dr. JosÈ Sierra Flores' 1986
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Treatments
- Diabetes
- Heart Disease
- Parkinson's Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Dementia
- Pain
- Abnormal Gait
- Vascular Disease
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