Richard Fortney P.A
Physician Assistant
2060 W 24TH ST YUMA AZ, 85364About
Richard Fortney is a physician assistant practicing in YUMA, AZ. Richard specializes in preventing and treating human illness and injury by providing a broad range of care under the supervision of a physician. A physician assistant's work can include physical exams, ordering and interpreting tests, performing procedures and prescribing medication. Often times, they can assist in surgery but the scope of practice can vary according to jurisdiction or health care setting.
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