Dr. Brigit C. Palathra MD
Hospitalist
4489 Papalina Rd Kalaheo HI, 96741About
Dr. Brigit Palathra is a hospitalist practicing in Kalaheo, HI. Dr. Palathra specializes in the comprehensive medical care of hospitalized patients. As a hospitalist, Dr. Palathra manages the clinical problems of hospitalized patients and the acutely ill, while working to improve the performance of the hospital. Dr. Palathra works in collaboration with all of the different doctors that are working with the patient. Hospitalists are involved in the diagnosis, treatment and medical procedures of patients.
Education and Training
University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences 2001
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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