Dr. Katherine Williams Omer M.D.
Pediatrician
1620 E 12TH ST THE DALLES OR, 97058About
Dr. Katherine Omer is a pediatrician practicing in Corbin, KY. Dr. Omer is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Omer 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. Omer can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Wv Univ Sch of Med, Morgantown Wv 1998
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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