Edith Maria Ortega MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
528 Oceanfront Neptune Beach FL, 32266About
Dr. Edith Ortega practices Geriatric Medicine in Neptune Beach, FL. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Ortega 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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