Dr. Vernon Barros Chavez MD
Internist
1210 W 24th St Suite 2 Yuma AZ, 85364About
Dr. Vernon Chavez is an internist practicing in Yuma, AZ. Dr. Chavez 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. Chavez 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
University of the East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College of Medicine 1989
Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Sciatica
- High Blood Pressure (hypertension)
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Memory Loss
- Pain
- Skin Tag
- Abnormal Gait
- Vascular Disease
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