Maria Jose Montero M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
3620 N BIG SPRING ST MIDLAND TX, 79705About
Dr. Maria Montero practices Geriatric Medicine in MIDLAND, TX. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Montero 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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