Dr. Melissa Horton D.O.
Pediatrician
111 University Pkwy Yakima WA, 98901About
Dr. Melissa Horton is a pediatrician practicing in Yakima, WA. Dr. Horton is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Horton 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. Horton can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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