Dr. Melissa H Olken MD, PHD
Internist
1000 OAKLAND DR KALAMAZOO MI, 49008About
Dr. Melissa Olken is an internist practicing in Kalamazoo, MI. Dr. Olken 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. Olken 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.
Education and Training
Univ of Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1988
University of Illinois College of Medicine 1988
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Stroke
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Pneumonia
- Pain
- Transient Ischemic Attack (tia)
- Vascular Disease
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