Dr. Antolin J Padilla MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
67 Carazo St Trujillo Alto PR, 00976About
Dr. Antolin Padilla practices Geriatric Medicine in Trujillo Alto, PR. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Padilla 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
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine 1992
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM- Geriatric Medicine
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