Dr. Bruce Flitt DO
Emergency Physician
201 E Grover St Shelby NC, 28150About
Dr. Bruce Flitt practices Emergency Medicine in Shelby, NC. Dr. Flitt assesses patients who seek immediate medical attention at any time of day or night. Emergency Medicine Physicians are trained to efficiently work with each patient and situation no matter how acute or life-threatening. Dr. Flitt examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences 1991
University of Osteopathic Medicine And Health Sciences / College of Osteopathic Medicine 1991
Board Certification
Emergency MedicineAmerican Board of Emergency MedicineABEM
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