Dr. Ann Riggs, MD
Internist | Geriatric Medicine
3401 Springhill Dr Suite 100 North Little Rock AR, 72117About
Dr. Ann Riggs practices Geriatric Medicine in Little Rock, AR. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Riggs 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 Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1987
University of Minnesota Medical School 1987
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Osteoporosis
- Heart Disease
- Malnutrition
- Femur Fracture
- Vascular Disease
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