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Dr. Gifty Afeta M.D.
Pediatrician
5836 W Madison St Chicago IL, 60644About
Dr. Gifty Afeta is a pediatrician practicing in Chicago, IL. Dr. Afeta is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Afeta 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. Afeta can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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