Deanna Traversa PA
Physician Assistant | Medical
426 EAST ST PITTSFIELD MA, 01201About
Deanna Traversa is a physician assistant practicing in PITTSFIELD, MA. Deanna specializes in preventing and treating human illness and injury by providing a broad range of care under the supervision of a physician. A physician assistant's work can include physical exams, ordering and interpreting tests, performing procedures and prescribing medication. Often times, they can assist in surgery but the scope of practice can vary according to jurisdiction or health care setting.
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