Dr. Diane Balestrino MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
100 Delafield Rd Suite 105 Pittsburgh PA, 15215About
Dr. Diane Balestrino practices Geriatric Medicine in Pittsburgh, PA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Balestrino 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
Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine 1979
University of Pennsylvania, PA 1979
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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