Dr. Heather Anne Peterson M.D.
Pediatrician
97 Cornerstone Dr Cary NC, 27519About
Dr. Heather Peterson is a pediatrician practicing in Cary, NC. Dr. Peterson is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Peterson 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. Peterson can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 2000
University of Minnesota Medical School 2000
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Flu
- Gastroenteritis
- Tonsillitis
- Stomach Flu
- Jaundice
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