Dr. Uma Sekar M.D
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
1900 E Main St Danville IL, 61832About
Dr. Uma Sekar practices Geriatric Medicine in Danville, IL. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Sekar 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
Madurai Med Coll- Madurai Univ- Madurai- Tn- India 1978
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Geriatric Medicine
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