Dr. Patricia J Eck DO
Pediatrician
839 W Congress St Tucson AZ, 85745About
Dr. Patricia Eck is a pediatrician practicing in Tucson, AZ. Dr. Eck is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Eck 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. Eck can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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