Dr. Edmond Franklin Tipton M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
5247 Didesse Dr Baton Rouge LA, 70808About
Dr. Edmond Tipton practices Geriatric Medicine in Baton Rouge, LA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Tipton 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
Vanderbilt Univ Sch of Med, Nashville Tn 1972
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine 1972
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Geriatric Medicine
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