Dr. Pedro L Farinha M.D.
Internist
1041 N China Lake Blvd Suite A Ridgecrest CA, 93555About
Dr. Pedro Farinha is an internist practicing in Ridgecrest, CA. Dr. Farinha specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Farinha provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science 1994
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Sinusitis
- High Cholesterol
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Hypothyroidism
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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