Dr. Heidi Pfetcher M.D.
Pediatrician
120 Hospital Dr Suite 300 Lebanon MO, 65536About
Dr. Heidi Pfetcher is a pediatrician practicing in Chicago, IL. Dr. Pfetcher is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Pfetcher 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. Pfetcher can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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