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Susan E. Ellington, M.D.

Pediatrician

Dr. Susan Ellington is a pediatrician practicing in Amarillo, TX. Dr. Ellington is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Ellington 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. Ellington can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
32 years Experience
Susan E. Ellington, M.D.
  • Amarillo, TX
  • Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine at UT Health
  • Accepting new patients

How are bacterial infections treated in children?

Hi! If it is truly an infection caused by a bacteria, it is best treated with an antibiotic that treats that particular kind of bacteria. Viral infections often can mimic bacterial READ MORE
Hi!

If it is truly an infection caused by a bacteria, it is best treated with an antibiotic that treats that particular kind of bacteria. Viral infections often can mimic bacterial infections and are not improved with the use of antibiotics. Of course, helping the body to heal also requires proper fluid intake and good nutrition.
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