Dr. Nikki D Switzer MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
9350 S 150 E Suite150 Sandy UT, 84070About
Dr. Nikki Switzer practices Geriatric Medicine in Salt Lake City, UT. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Switzer 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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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Hospice and Palliative Medicine
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