Dr. Irene C Dietz MD
Neurologist (Pediatric) | Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
2500 Metrohealth Dr Mhmc-Pediatrics Cleveland OH, 44109About
Dr. Irene Dietz is a child neurologist practicing in Cleveland, OH. Dr. Dietz specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the nervous system in children from birth to young adulthood. With combined understanding of childhood illness and the special needs of each individual child and their family, Dr. Dietz is able to help each patient improve the status of their health. Conditions such as seizures, delayed speech, weakness or frequent headaches are treated by child neurologists.
Education and Training
Univ of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh 1987
University of Cincinnati / Main Campus 1987
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
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