Sheila Elizabeth Purcell MSOTRL
Occupational Therapist
500 W LAUREL ST FRACKVILLE PA, 17931About
Dr. Sheila Purcell practices Occupational Medicine in FRACKVILLE, PA. Dr. Purcell evaluates the interaction between work and health. Occupational medicine physicians have general knowledge of worksite operations and are familiar with the toxic properties of materials used by employees and the potential hazards and stressors of work processes; in addition to being qualified to determine an employees physical and emotional fitness for work; diagnosing and treating occupational diseases; handling work related injuries; and having an understanding of rehabilitation methods, health education techniques, sanitation, and workers compensation laws.
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Catherine Shearn2 S 3RD ST FRACKVILLE PA 17931![]()
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