Dr. Alana Lynn Hughes M.D.
Pediatrician
1600 Rockland Rd Wilmington DE, 19803About
Dr. Alana Hughes is a pediatrician practicing in Wilmington, DE. Dr. Hughes is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Hughes 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. Hughes can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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Meharry Medical College
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