Geriatric Medicine Doctors in Pine Bluff, AR Accepting Medicare

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Dr. Mervin Dale Terrell, M.D.
Internal Medicine - Geriatric Medicine
Medicare: Medicare Enrolled
Practice Location: 1220 W 42nd Ave, Pine Bluff, AR 71603
Phone: 870-541-0013    Fax: 870-541-0014

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Geriatric Medicine: An internist who has special knowledge of the aging process and special skills in the diagnostic, therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative aspects of illness in the elderly. This specialist cares for geriatric patients in the patient's home, the office, long-term care settings such as nursing homes and the hospital.


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