Joseph Michael Speicher D,O,
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
25 Grow Ave Montrose PA, 18801About
Dr. Joseph Speicher practices Geriatric Medicine in Montrose, PA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Speicher 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
Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa 1980
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine 1980
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Geriatric Medicine
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Arthritis
- Heart Disease
- Osteoarthritis
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Dementia
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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