Dr. Steven Brooks Gist M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
Puget Sound Health Care System 9600 Veterans Drive Tacoma WA, 98493About
Dr. Steven Gist practices Geriatric Medicine in Tacoma, WA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Gist 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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