Dr. William Patrick Gahan M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
5247 Didesse Dr Baton Rouge LA, 70808About
Dr. William Gahan practices Geriatric Medicine in Baton Rouge, LA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Gahan 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
Univ of Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1976
University of Illinois College of Medicine 1976
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1979
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Geriatric Medicine
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