Dr. David A Calef MD
Family Practitioner
50 Rowe St Suite 200 Melrose MA, 02176About
Dr. David Calef is a family practitioner practicing in Melrose, MA. Dr. Calef 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. Calef 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 Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va 1975
University of Virginia / Main Campus 1975
University of Virginia School of Medicine 1975
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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- Anxiety
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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