Dr. Mark D. Wheeler M.D.
Endocronologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Endocrinology
Arizona Health Sciences Center 1501 N. Campbell Ave Tucson AZ, 85724About
Dr. Mark Wheeler is a pediatric endocrinologist practicing in Tucson, AZ. Dr. Wheeler specializes in growth, puberty, diabetes or other disorders related to hormones that produce certain conditions in children and growing young adults. Pediatric endocrinologists possess copious knowledge on hormone chemicals and how they can affect other parts of the body and their functions.
Education and Training
Univ of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1983
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Endocrinology
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Fellowships
- University of California Davis (Pediatric Endocrinology)
Professional Society Memberships
- American Diabetes Association, Pediatric Endocrine Society, American Academy of Pediatrics
Articles and Publications
Has Published Articles and Book Chapters
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- Family
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