
Dr. Richard Papantonio M.D.
Emergency Physician
130 Division St Derby CT, 06418About
Dr. Richard Papantonio practices Emergency Medicine in Derby, CT. Dr. Papantonio 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. Papantonio examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
Board Certification
Emergency MedicineAmerican Board of Emergency MedicineABEM
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Dr. Richard Papantonio M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 130 Division St
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