Dr. Shereen K. Alikhan M.D.
Pediatrician
650 Newtown Pike Lexington KY, 40508About
Dr. Shereen Alikhan is a pediatrician practicing in Lexington, KY. Dr. Alikhan is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Alikhan 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. Alikhan can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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