Dr. Robert Francis Root D.O.
Pediatrician
1600 W Grand River Ave Suite 2 Okemos MI, 48864About
Dr. Robert Root is a pediatrician practicing in Okemos, MI. Dr. Root is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Root 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. Root can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine 2008
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Asthma
- Ear Infection
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Tonsillitis
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
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