Dr. Melinda Louise Behrens MD
Pediatrician
2148 Huntington Loop Se Olympia WA, 98513About
Dr. Melinda Behrens is a pediatrician practicing in Olympia, WA. Dr. Behrens is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Behrens 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. Behrens can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Az Coll of Med, Tucson Az 1992
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
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