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Dr. Nita W Shumaker MD
Pediatrician
1039 Executive Dr S-101 Hixson TN, 37343About
Dr. Nita Shumaker is a pediatrician practicing in Hixson, TN. Dr. Shumaker is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Shumaker 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. Shumaker can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University 1989
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anxiety
- Allergies
- Sleep Disorders
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Tonsillitis
- Plantar Wart
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Menstrual Cramps
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Nearest Hospitals
PARKRIDGE MEDICAL CENTERl
2333 MCCALLIE AVE CHATTANOOGA TN 37404