Dr. Tara Nissa Andersen D.O,
Pediatrician
1111 6th Ave Main 3 Des Moines IA, 50314About
Dr. Tara Andersen is a pediatrician practicing in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Andersen is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Andersen diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Andersen can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine 2004
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Asthma
- Bronchitis
- Pneumonia
- Gastroenteritis
- Malnutrition
- Cellulitis
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