Dr. Derek Patrick Gong M.D.
Pediatrician
16319 Third Street Santa Rosa CA, 95409About
Dr. Derek Gong is a pediatrician practicing in Santa Rosa, CA. Dr. Gong is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Gong 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. Gong can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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