Dr. Donna Marie Testa MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
1120 Cocoa Ave Hershey PA, 17033About
Dr. Donna Testa practices Geriatric Medicine in Hershey, PA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Testa 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.
Education and Training
Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia Pa 1975
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine 1975
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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