Dr. Christopher J Gapen M.D.
Pediatrician
14408 E Sprague Ave Spokane WA, 99216About
Dr. Christopher Gapen is a pediatrician practicing in Spokane, WA. Dr. Gapen is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Gapen 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. Gapen can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States 1997
Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas 1996
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Anemia
- Warts
- Ear Infection
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Croup
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