Dr. Jocelyn Lao Sumcad M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
16660 Paramount Blvd Suite 101 Paramount CA, 90723About
Dr. Jocelyn Sumcad practices Geriatric Medicine in Paramount, CA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Sumcad 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.
Education and Training
University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine 1971
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Stroke
- Back Pain
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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