Dr. Katharine Van fossen M.D.
OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist)
2555 N DR MARTIN LUTHER KING DR MILWAUKEE WI, 53212About
Dr. Katharine Van fossen is an obstetrician-gynecologist practicing in Menomonee Falls, WI. Dr. Van fossen specializes in women's health, particularly the female reproductive system, pregnancy and childbirth. As an obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, Dr. Van fossen can treat a number of health issues related to the vagina, uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes and breasts. Dr Van fossen can also treat women during pregnancy, labor, childbirth and the postpartum period. In this specialty, doctors focus on reproductive care from puberty through adulthood.
Education and Training
Univ of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi 1996
Board Certification
Obstetrics and GynecologyAmerican Board of Obstetrics and GynecologyABOG
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