Dr. Duane Skar, MD
Pediatrician
233 Grand Ave Saint Paul MN, 55102About
Dr. Duane Skar is a pediatrician practicing in Saint Paul, MN. Dr. Skar is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Skar 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. Skar can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1984
University of Mn Med Sch 1984
University of Minnesota Medical School 1984
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
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- Member Minnesota Medical Association/Twin Cities
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