Amy Kraushaar D.O.
Pediatrician
1200 Pleasant St Des Moines IA, 50309About
Dr. Amy Kraushaar is a pediatrician practicing in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Kraushaar is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Kraushaar 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. Kraushaar can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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A.T. Still University of Health Sciences Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
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