Dr. Jana K Upshaw MD
Emergency Physician (Pediatric) | Pediatric Emergency Medicine
171 Ashley Ave Charleston SC, 29425About
Dr. Jana Upshaw is a pediatric emergency medicine physician practicing in Charleston, SC. Dr. Upshaw specializes in providing care for critically ill and injured children. Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physicians possess a vast amount of knowledge in areas such as neonatology, critical care and forensic pediatrics. Children involved in automobile accidents, child abuse or near-drowning episodes are frequent cases treated by pediatric emergency medicine physicians.
Education and Training
Emory University School Of Medicine 1995
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Fever
- Neck Pain
- Pain
- Stomach Flu
Dr. Jana K Upshaw MD's Practice location
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC 29464Get Direction
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