Dr. Melissa Marie Castaneda M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
2550 RIVER PARK PLZ STE 110 FORT WORTH TX, 76116About
Dr. Melissa Castaneda practices Geriatric Medicine in FORT WORTH, TX. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Castaneda 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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