Dr. Susan Ledbetter D.O.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
3200 S University Dr Fort Lauderdale FL, 33328About
Dr. Susan Ledbetter practices Geriatric Medicine in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Ledbetter 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.
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Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa 1999
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