Dr. Shelley Lynn Alexander D.O.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
2301 Holmes St Kansas City MO, 64108About
Dr. Shelley Alexander practices Geriatric Medicine in Kansas City, MO. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Alexander 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
Kansas City University of Medicine DO
University of Illinois College of Medicine 2002
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Geriatric Medicine
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