Dr. Prakash D Rao MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
17803 Linden Blvd Jamaica NY, 11434About
Dr. Prakash Rao practices Geriatric Medicine in Jamaica, NY. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Rao 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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