Dr. Eric Ofosu MD
Hospitalist
201 E Grover St Shelby NC, 28150About
Dr. Eric Ofosu is a hospitalist practicing in Shelby, NC. Dr. Ofosu specializes in the comprehensive medical care of hospitalized patients. As a hospitalist, Dr. Ofosu manages the clinical problems of hospitalized patients and the acutely ill, while working to improve the performance of the hospital. Dr. Ofosu works in collaboration with all of the different doctors that are working with the patient. Hospitalists are involved in the diagnosis, treatment and medical procedures of patients.
Education and Training
University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry 2004
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Stroke
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Pneumonia
- Pain
Professional Memberships
- Member American College of Physicians
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