Dr. Ralph Joseph Defriece M.D.
Family Practitioner
2600 Glasgow Ave Suite 100 Newark DE, 19702About
Dr. Ralph Defriece is a family practitioner practicing in Newark, DE. Dr. Defriece 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. Defriece 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
Univ of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md 1990
University of Maryland School of Medicine 1990
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Sinusitis
- Ear Infection
- Pain
- Strep Throat
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