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Dr. Edward Schwager, MD

Geriatric Medicine* Age 70
Dr. Edward Schwager, MD
3.8 (17 Ratings)

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Dr. Edward Schwager, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Physician in Tucson, AZ.
Dr. Edward Schwager, MD
3.8 (17 Ratings)
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Dr. Edward Schwager, MD

Geriatric Medicine* Age 70
Tucson, AZ
Accepting new patients
41 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Edward Schwager, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Physician in Tucson, AZ.

About

Dr. Schwager graduated from University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson in 1983 and completed a residency at University Ariz College of Medicine.Dr. Edward Schwager, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Physician in Tucson, AZ and has 41 years experience. Dr. Schwager currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Tucson Medical Center. At present, Dr. Schwager received an average rating of 3.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 17 times. Dr. Schwager's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Schwager is board certified in Family Practice and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Wellness Examination
Immunization Administration
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Immunization Administration
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Wellness Examination
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Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Constipation
Foot Infection
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Shortness of Breath
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Anemia
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Anxiety
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Arthritis
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
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Atherosclerosis
Athlete's Foot
Atrophic Vaginitis
Back Pain
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Bronchiectasis
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
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Chronic Pharyngitis
Chronic Prostatitis
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Gastritis
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Heart Palpitations
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Herpes Simplex Infection
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Hyperkalemia
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Influenza (Flu)
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
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Knee Sprain
Laryngitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Leukocytopenia
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Lipid Disorders
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Low Back Pain
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
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Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
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Nail and Nail Bed Infection
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Nasopharyngitis
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Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Neurogenic Bladder
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
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Obesity
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Onychogryphosis
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Osteoarthritis
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Osteopenia
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Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pharyngitis
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Fasciitis
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
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Radiculopathy
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Vitamin B Deficiency
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Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Diabetes Counseling
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Geriatric Assessment
Pap Smear
Smoking Cessation Counseling
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Locations

  1. 1 El Rio Community Health Center-Southeast
    6950 E Golf Links Rd, Tucson, AZ 85730
  2. 2 El Rio West Pharmacy
    1230 S Cherrybell Stra, Tucson, AZ 85713
  3. 3 El Rio Grant Road Pharmacy
    3655 E Grant Rd, Tucson, AZ 85716
  4. 4 El Rio Health El Pueblo Health Center
    101 W Irvington Rd, Tucson, AZ 85714
  5. 5 Office
    1500 W Commerce Ct Bldg 12, Tucson, AZ 85746
  6. 6 Office
    1500 W Commerce Ct Bldg 12, Tucson, AZ 85746

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3.8
Based on 17 Reviews
5 Stars (11)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (4)

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Jul 24, 2021
He is the best MD I have had in my 85 years.
— Jul 24, 2021
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Specialties*
Geriatric Medicine
Family Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson
    1983
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Family Practice and Geriatric Medicine
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Arizona Health Sciences Center
    1984
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Ariz College of Medicine
    1986
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Edward Schwager, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Schwager's profile.

Dr. Edward Schwager, MD is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Edward Schwager, MD holds board certification in Family Practice and Geriatric Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Tucson Medical Center

    5301 E Grant Rd, Tucson, AZ