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Dr. Rachana Potru M.D.
Internist
47 New Scotland Ave Gastroenterology Department Albany NY, 12208About
Dr. Rachana Potru is an internist practicing in ANNANDALE, VA. Dr. Potru specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Potru provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Practice At 1653 W Congress Pkwy
1653 W Congress Pkwy -Chicago, IL 60612Get Direction
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Sharon Alger-Mayer M.D.47 New Scotland Ave Albany NY 12208
- Dr. George Forrest M.D.47 New Scotland Ave Albany NY 12208
- Jason Perlmutter47 NEW SCOTLAND AVENUE ALBANY NY 12208
- Dr. Evan R. Kraus MD315 S MANNING BLVD ALBANY NY 12208
- Dr. Todd F. Dombrowski M.D.47 New Scotland Ave Albany NY 12208
- Dr. Ananthakrishnan Ramani MD25 Hackett Blvd Albany NY 12208
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