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Dr. Ole-petter Riksfjord Hamnvik M.D.

Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

5/5(4)
221 Longwood Ave Rfb-2 Boston MA, 02115
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5/5

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Dr. Ole-petter Hamnvik practices Endocrinology in Boston, MA. Dr. Hamnvik specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases related to hormone imbalance, and the bodys glands in the endocrine system. Endocrinologists are trained and certified to treat a variety of conditions, including menopause, diabetes, infertility, and thyroid disorders, among many others. Dr. Hamnvik examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses, and decides the best treatment methods.

Education and Training

Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland - Medical University of Bahrain 2005

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Treatments

  • Diabetes
  • Type 2 Diabetes

Dr. Ole-petter Riksfjord Hamnvik M.D.'s Practice location

Ole'Petter Hamnvik

221 Longwood Ave Rfb-2 -
Boston, MA 02115
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New patients: 617-732-5666
Fax: 617-525-4036, 617-732-5764

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