Dr. Christine M Whitman M.D.
Pediatrician
7610 Carroll Ave Suite 400 Takoma Park MD, 20912About
Dr. Christine Whitman is a pediatrician practicing in Takoma Park, MD. Dr. Whitman is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Whitman 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. Whitman can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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