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Dr. Lawrence Kessel, MD

Geriatric Medicine* Age 71
Dr. Lawrence Kessel, MD
3.9 (31 Ratings)

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Dr. Lawrence Kessel, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Physician in Philadelphia, PA.
Dr. Lawrence Kessel, MD
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Dr. Lawrence Kessel, MD

Geriatric Medicine* Age 71
Philadelphia, PA
Accepting new patients
44 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Lawrence Kessel, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Physician in Philadelphia, PA.

About

Dr. Kessel graduated from Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine. Dr. Lawrence Kessel, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Physician in Philadelphia, PA and has 44 years experience. Dr. Kessel currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Roxborough Memorial Hospital and Temple Health-Chestnut Hill Hospital. At present, Dr. Kessel received an average rating of 3.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 31 times. Dr. Kessel's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Kessel is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Explains Conditions Well

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Friendly Staff

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Locations

  1. 1 Lawrence J. Kessel MD and Associates PC
    8200 Henry Ave Ste G1, Philadelphia, PA 19128

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kessel
3.9
Based on 31 Reviews
5 Stars (22)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (7)

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Apr 26, 2017
Dr. Kessel was very patient and diagnosed me correctly. He is the only doctor that honestly helped me in the best way possible. I would not see anyone else for my Primary care!
Jay in Horsham, PA — Apr 26, 2017
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Specialties*
Geriatric Medicine
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine
    1980
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
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Internship

Internship
  • Abington Memorial Hospital
    1981
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Lawrence Kessel, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kessel's profile.

Dr. Lawrence Kessel, MD is affiliated with Roxborough Memorial Hospital and Temple Health-Chestnut Hill Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Lawrence Kessel, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Roxborough Memorial Hospital

    5800 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA

  • Temple Health-Chestnut Hill Hospital

    8835 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA