Laura Marjorie Farnum
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
1650 Republic Pkwy Suite 150 Mesquite TX, 75150About
Dr. Laura Farnum practices Geriatric Medicine in Mesquite, TX. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Farnum 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
Temple Univ Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa 1982
Temple University School of Medicine 1982
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Treatments
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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