Dr. John R Dietlein M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
6886 Hollow Mill Dr Salt Lake City UT, 84121About
Dr. John Dietlein practices Geriatric Medicine in Salt Lake City, UT. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Dietlein 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 Nv Sch of Med, Reno Nv 1980
University of Nevada Reno 1980
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM- Hospice and Palliative Medicine
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