Javier A. Valentin-Acevedo, MD

Physician Assistant

A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

General Practice Doctor

Dr. Javier A. Valentin-Acevedo is a General Practice Doctor in Aguadilla, PR with special training and skill in preventing, diagnosing, and treating physical and psychological conditions for patients of all ages. As a General Practice Doctor, Javier A. Valentin-Acevedo, MD performs medical history analysis, screenings, and non-surgical procedures to address a wide range of common medical conditions. General Practice is a medical specialty focused on disease prevention and general maintenance of patients' whole health. Significant diseases and conditions treated by General Practice Doctors include the common cold, strep throat, bronchitis, the flu, high blood pressure, asthma, diabetes, heart attacks, and strokes. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by General Practice Doctors include physical exams, diagnostic exams (like urine, stool, or blood tests), immunizations, emergency care, and specialist referrals.

Primary Care Doctor