Dr. Heidi L. Gassner MD
Endocronologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Endocrinology
275 W MACARTHUR BLVD OAKLAND CA, 94611About
Dr. Heidi Gassner is a pediatric endocrinologist practicing in Sacramento, CA. Dr. Gassner 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
Wayne State Univ Sch of Med, Detroit Mi 1996
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Endocrinology
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