Dr. Stephen Brummer MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
2960 Doctors Park Dr Medford OR, 97504About
Dr. Stephen Brummer practices Geriatric Medicine in Medford, OR. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Brummer 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
Va Commonwealth Univ, Med Coll of Va Sch of Med, Richmond Va 1976
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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