Dr. James K Vankirk MD
Hospice and Palliative Care Specialist | Hospice and Palliative Medicine
489 State St Bangor ME, 04401About
Dr. James Vankirk is a hospice and palliative care specialist practicing in Bangor, ME. Dr. Vankirk provides care to people who are seriously ill. As a hospice and palliative care specialist, Dr. Vankirk works to relieve the pain and suffering of people who have a severe medical condition and are in a critical state. Hospice and palliative care specialists try to improve the quality of life for a person who may not have much time left to live.
Education and Training
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine 1988
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