Dr. Kristen Taft Hougland MD
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist | Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
611 E Douglas Rd Suite 309 Mishawaka IN, 46545About
Dr. Kristen Hougland is a Neonatal-Perinatal Physician practicing in Mishawaka, IN. Dr. Hougland cares for the critically ill newborn and premature infants. Neonatal-Perinatal Physicians treat conditions such as breathing disorders, birth defects, infections, and any other life-threatening medical problems. They coordinate with their young patients families and other physicians to determine appropriate treatment.
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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
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