Dr. Shoshana Elkin Waskow MD
Pediatrician
1144 Wilmette Ave Wilmette IL, 60091About
Dr. Shoshana Waskow is a pediatrician practicing in Wilmette, IL. Dr. Waskow is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Waskow 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. Waskow can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Harvard Med Sch, Boston Ma 1995
Harvard Medical School 1995
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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- Pain
- Tonsillitis
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