Dr. Cheryl Focht MD, MPH
Pediatrician
2333 Ontario Rd Nw Washington DC, 20009About
Dr. Cheryl Focht is a pediatrician practicing in Washington, DC. Dr. Focht is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Focht 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. Focht can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV) 1995
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Asthma
- Obesity
- Allergies
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Gastritis
- Allergic Reaction
- Nearsightedness
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