Dr. Dominick A Defrances DO
Internist
1719 Union Ave Natrona Heights PA, 15065About
Dr. Dominick Defrances is an internist practicing in Natrona Heights, PA. Dr. Defrances specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Defrances provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa 2000
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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