Dr. Melinda H Peterlin MD
Pediatrician
3801 Blue Pkwy Kansas City MO, 64130About
Dr. Melinda Peterlin is a pediatrician practicing in Kansas City, MO. Dr. Peterlin is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Peterlin 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. Peterlin can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Northwestern Uniiversity 1998
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