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Dr. Balasubramanyan Napa MD
Pediatrician | Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
1111 6th Ave Main 3 Des Moines IA, 50314About
Dr. Balasubramanyan Napa is a pediatrician practicing in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Napa is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Napa 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. Napa can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
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Nearby Providers
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- Dr. Stephen James Mooradian M.D.330 Laurel St Des Moines IA 50314
- Dr. Douglas E Selover DO1111 6th Ave Des Moines IA 50314
- Dr. Julie F. Hanson M.D.330 LAUREL ST STE 2100 DES MOINES IA 50314
- Dr. Mohammed Saeed Aldosari M.D.411 Laurel St Des Moines IA 50314
- Dr. Mustafa El-dadah MD330 Laurel St Des Moines IA 50314
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