Philip L Wackel
Pediatrician
200 1ST ST SW ROCHESTER MN, 55905About
Dr. Philip Wackel is a pediatrician practicing in Gainesville, FL. Dr. Wackel is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Wackel 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. Wackel can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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