Dr. Katherine Harer M.D.
Pediatrician
115 LINCOLN ST FRAMINGHAM MA, 01702About
Dr. Katherine Harer is a pediatrician practicing in FRAMINGHAM, MA. Dr. Harer is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Harer 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. Harer can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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