Dr. Jennifer Morrison Heegard MD
Pediatrician
4502 Medical Dr San Antonio TX, 78229About
Dr. Jennifer Heegard is a pediatrician practicing in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Heegard is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Heegard 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. Heegard can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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