Dr. Basil Pittenger MD
Internist
1900 Woodland Dr Coos Bay OR, 97420Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Basil Pittenger is an internist practicing in Coos Bay, OR. Dr. Pittenger specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Pittenger provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
University of Washington School of Medicine 2001
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Dr. Basil Pittenger MD's Expert Contributions
What could cause a constant state of somnolence?
Common conditions causing somnolence that would not show up in blood tests include sleep disorders such as sleep apnea and restless legs syndrome. Depression, stress, over work, and just getting older can cause somnolence. READ MORE
Treatments
- Sleep Apnea
- Angina
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Actinic Keratosis
- Colon Polyps
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea (osa)
- Vascular Disease
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