Dr. Emilio Villegas M.D.
Family Practitioner | Adult Medicine
100 Pennsylvania Ave Irwin PA, 15642About
Dr. Emilio Villegas is a family practitioner practicing in Irwin, PA. Dr. Villegas specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Villegas possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Univ Del Cauca- Div De Cien La Salud- Popayan- Colombia 1967
University of Cauca / Division of Health Science 1967
Universidad del Cauca Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud 1967
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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