Physician Assistant in Accokeek, MD Accepting Medicare

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Mrs. Angela Renee Akinpelu, PA-C
Physician Assistant
Medicare: Accepting Medicare Assignments
Practice Location: 17202 Riva Ct, Accokeek, MD 20607
Phone: 301-374-2225    
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Ms. Anita Brock, PAC
Physician Assistant - Medical
Medicare: Not Enrolled in Medicare
Practice Location: 207 Farmington Road West, Accokeek, MD 20607
Phone: 571-269-1509    

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Cannabis smoke damages DNA – cancer risks

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Motion tracking technology provides interactive feedback while patients exercise

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Paid maternity leave associated with mental and physical health benefits for mothers, children

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Novel imaging technique reveals new visual resolution of NK cell action

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Popular Specializations in Accokeek, MD:

Registered Nurse
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Physician Assistant
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Nurse Anesthetist - CR


Physician Assistant: A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.



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