Dr. Maureen Ellen Sims M.D.
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist | Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
14445 Olive View Dr Room 3a108 Sylmar CA, 91342About
Dr. Maureen Sims is a Neonatal-Perinatal Physician practicing in Sylmar, CA. Dr. Sims cares for the critically ill newborn and premature infants. Neonatal-Perinatal Physicians treat conditions such as breathing disorders, birth defects, infections, and any other life-threatening medical problems. They coordinate with their young patients families and other physicians to determine appropriate treatment.
Education and Training
Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1972
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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