
Dr. Donald Charles Walkenhorst D.O.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
759 Lafeil Dr Ballwin MO, 63021About
Dr. Donald Walkenhorst practices Geriatric Medicine in Ballwin, MO. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Walkenhorst 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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