Dr. Michael S Elkort M.D.
Pediatrician
2000 Washington St Suite 466 Newton Lower Falls MA, 02462About
Dr. Michael Elkort is a pediatrician practicing in Newton Lower Falls, MA. Dr. Elkort is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Elkort 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. Elkort can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1998
Boston University School of Medicine 1998
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineAwards
- 1998 Outstanding Medical Service Award From The
Treatments
- Warts
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Concussion
- Tonsillitis
- Food Allergies
- Plantar Wart
- Abnormal Gait
- Strep Throat
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