Dr. Kenneth James Mccann D.O.
Pediatrician
1215 Pleasant St Suite 303 Des Moines IA, 50309About
Dr. Kenneth Mccann is a pediatrician practicing in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Mccann is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Mccann 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. Mccann can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
University of Pennsylvania, PA 2004
Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine 1997
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Child Abuse Pediatrics
Provider Details
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- Malnutrition
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