Dr. Stephen P Sugarbaker MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
6501 E Commerce Ave Suite 170 Kansas City MO, 64120About
Dr. Stephen Sugarbaker practices Geriatric Medicine in Kansas City, MO. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Sugarbaker 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.
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