Thomas C. Macharia
Internist
140 Academy St Presque Isle Maine, 04769About
Thomas C. Macharia, MD, is an established internist working at The Aroostook Medical Center in Presque Isle, Maine. The Aroostook Medical Center is a premier provider of cardiology and obstetrics services in Maine. Dr. Macharia received his medical degree in 1998 at The University of Nairobi. He then interned at The University of Maryland, where he also completed his infectious diseases fellowship. He is board certified in internal medicine and infectious diseases by the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a professional member of the American Medical Association, the American College of Physicians, and the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.
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Internships
- University of Maryland
Fellowships
- Infectious Disease at the University of Maryland
Professional Society Memberships
- American Medical Association, American College of Physicians, Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
Articles and Publications
- Published
What do you attribute your success to?
- He feels very blessed to be able to serve his patients, and has a sense of obligation to always do the right thing.
Hobbies / Sports
- Family Time
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