
Dr. Gerald A Packer M.D.
Emergency Physician
2348 York Crossing Dr Hayes VA, 23072About
Dr. Gerald Packer practices Emergency Medicine in Hayes, VA. Dr. Packer assesses patients who seek immediate medical attention at any time of day or night. Emergency Medicine Physicians are trained to efficiently work with each patient and situation no matter how acute or life-threatening. Dr. Packer examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Va Commonwealth Univ, Med Coll of Va Sch of Med, Richmond Va 1978
Virginia Commonwealth University / Medical College of Virginia School of Medic 1978
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine 1978
Board Certification
Emergency MedicineAmerican Board of Emergency MedicineABEM
Provider Details
Dr. Gerald A Packer M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 2348 York Crossing Dr
2348 York Crossing Dr -Hayes, VA 23072Get Direction
Practice At 5659 Parkway Dr Suite 100
5659 Parkway Dr Suite 100 -Gloucester, VA 23061Get Direction
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