Dr. Dana Sackton MD
Pediatrician
75 Riverside Ave Medford MA, 02155About
Dr. Dana Sackton is a pediatrician practicing in Medford, MA. Dr. Sackton is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Sackton 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. Sackton can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Thomas Jefferson University Jefferson Medical College MD
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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