Dr. Theresa Lacava M.D.
Family Practitioner
86 Mcclellandtown Rd Uniontown PA, 15401About
Dr. Theresa Lacava is a family practitioner practicing in Uniontown, PA. Dr. Lacava specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Lacava possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Univ of Otago, Med Sch, Dunedin, New Zealand 1990
University of Otago Faculty of Medicine
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Indigestion
- Interstitial Cystitis
- Vascular Disease
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