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Dr. Wak S Chia M.D
Pediatrician
1702 Vaughn Rd Suite 1 Wood River IL, 62095About
Dr. Wak Chia is a pediatrician practicing in Wood River, IL. Dr. Chia is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Chia 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. Chia can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine 1974
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Pain
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Practice At 1702 Vaughn Rd
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