Dr. Nigel Verasami MD
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
972 Brush Hollow Rd Westbury NY, 11590About
Dr. Nigel Verasami practices Geriatric Medicine in Westbury, NY. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Verasami 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.
Education and Training
St George',s University
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Geriatric Medicine
Provider Details
Fellowships
- Caritas Health Care Inc.
- Methodist Hospital Brooklyn
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