Dr. James E. Britenburg M.D.
Emergency Physician
800 N Fant St Anderson SC, 29621About
Dr. James Britenburg practices Emergency Medicine in Anderson, SC. Dr. Britenburg assesses patients who seek immediate medical attention at any time of day or night. Emergency Medicine Physicians are trained to efficiently work with each patient and situation no matter how acute or life-threatening. Dr. Britenburg examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Univ of Ky Coll of Med, Lexington Ky 1977
Board Certification
Emergency MedicineAmerican Board of Emergency MedicineABEM
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