Dr. Robert Joseph Ackerman MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
263 Mclaws Cir Suite 105 Williamsburg VA, 23185About
Dr. Robert Ackerman practices Geriatric Medicine in Williamsburg, VA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Ackerman 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
Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj 1975
Rutgers 1975
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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- Dr. Mohammad Siddiqui MD477 MCLAWS CIR WILLIAMSBURG VA 23185