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Dr. Carlton Andrew Baker MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
17450 S LA CANADA DR SAHUARTIA AZ, 85629About
Dr. Carlton Baker practices Geriatric Medicine in Tubac, AZ. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Baker 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
Univ of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md 1973
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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