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Kristen Carter NP-C
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
2615 ANDERSON HWY POWHATAN VA, 23139About
Dr. Kristen Carter practices Geriatric Medicine in POWHATAN, VA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Carter works as part of a team with other healthcare providers, to address the natural aging that goes on within the body and to manage multiple medical problems and ensure social support.
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Haroon Syed Hyder M.D.9600 Patterson Ave Henrico VA 23229
- Dr. Saima Zehra Habib M.D.13540 Hull Street Rd Midlothian VA 23112
- Dr. Constance Beckom MD2367 Colony Crossing Place Midlothian VA 23112
- Dr. Thomas C Davies MD5802 HARBOUR BLUFF TER MIDLOTHIAN VA 23112
- Dr. Abraham Teklu M.D.3600 Woods Way State Farm VA 23160
Nearest Hospitals
BON SECOURS ST FRANCIS MEDICAL CENTERl
13710 ST FRANCIS BOULEVARD MIDLOTHIAN VA 23114