Dr. Brent K Combs DO
Pediatrician
1514 Jefferson Hwy New Orleans LA, 70121About
Dr. Brent Combs is a pediatrician practicing in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Combs is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Combs 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. Combs can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine (Ft. Worth) MD
Univ Of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College Of Osteopathic 2001
Univ Of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College Of Osteopathic Medicine, University Of North 2001
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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