Dr. Leemu Kerkula, MD
Internist
5027 Pennell Road Aston PA, 19014About
Dr. Leemu Kerkula is an internist practicing in Aston, PA. Dr. Kerkula 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. Kerkula 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
Temple University School of Medicine 2006
Provider Details
Treatments
- Obesity
- Pinched Nerve
- Herniated Disc
- Pain
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Degenerative Disc Disease (ddd)
- Vascular Disease
Professional Society Memberships
- American Medical Association
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