Dr. Heather R Sobel MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
435 E Henrietta Rd Rochester NY, 14620About
Dr. Heather Sobel practices Geriatric Medicine in Rochester, NY. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Sobel 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
Univ of Vt Coll of Med, Burlington Vt 1994
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Geriatric Medicine
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