Dr. Kathleen Rita Gannon D.O.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
1810 Sw White Birch Circle Suite 111 Ankeny IA, 50023About
Dr. Kathleen Gannon practices Geriatric Medicine in Ankeny, IA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Gannon 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
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences 1992
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