Dr. Lauren Marie Massaro MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
173 Bockman Park Drive Amherst VA, 24521About
Dr. Lauren Massaro practices Geriatric Medicine in Amherst, VA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Massaro 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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