Dr. Thomas Schaefer MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
6011 Baptist Rd Suite 200 Pittsburgh PA, 15236About
Dr. Thomas Schaefer practices Geriatric Medicine in Pittsburgh, PA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Schaefer 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
Univ of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa 1983
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine 1983
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Prostate Cancer
- High Cholesterol
- Dementia
- Colon Polyps
- Pain
- Peripheral Artery
- Vascular Disease
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- Dr. Bryce Palchick M.D.140 Curry Hollow Rd Pittsburgh PA 15236