Dr. Alyssa A Watkins MD
Pediatrician
1200 Pleasant St. Des Moines IA, 50309About
Dr. Alyssa Watkins is a pediatrician practicing in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Watkins is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Watkins 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. Watkins can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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