Dr. Janet Pachta-galligan MD
Family Practitioner
331 Veranda St Portland ME, 04103About
Dr. Janet Pachta-galligan is a family practitioner practicing in Portland, ME. Dr. Pachta-galligan specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Pachta-galligan possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
University of Wales in Great Britain 1984
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Anxiety
- Sinusitis
- High Cholesterol
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Bronchitis
- Hypothyroidism
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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