Dr. Alexander Dominicus Zwart MD, FACP
Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
6050 N Corona Rd Suite 1 Tucson AZ, 85704About
Dr. Alexander Zwart practices Endocrinology in Tucson, AZ. Dr. Zwart specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases related to hormone imbalance, and the bodys glands in the endocrine system. Endocrinologists are trained and certified to treat a variety of conditions, including menopause, diabetes, infertility, and thyroid disorders, among many others. Dr. Zwart examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Vrije Universiteit 1988
Free University / Faculty of Medicine 1988
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
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