Dr. Marilyn E Pattison MD
Hospice and Palliative Care Specialist | Hospice and Palliative Medicine
2901 Bridgeport Way W Tacoma WA, 98466About
Dr. Marilyn Pattison is a hospice and palliative care specialist practicing in Tacoma, WA. Dr. Pattison provides care to people who are seriously ill. As a hospice and palliative care specialist, Dr. Pattison works to relieve the pain and suffering of people who have a severe medical condition and are in a critical state. Hospice and palliative care specialists try to improve the quality of life for a person who may not have much time left to live.
Education and Training
Univ of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa 1982
University of Washington School of Medicine 1982
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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