Dr. Rajeev Dewan M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
1206 Hamlin Ct O Fallon IL, 62269About
Dr. Rajeev Dewan practices Geriatric Medicine in O Fallon, IL. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Dewan 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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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Infectious Disease
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