Dr. Melissa A Chism MD
Pediatrician
20-20 Fair Lawn Ave Fair Lawn NJ, 07410About
Dr. Melissa Chism is a pediatrician practicing in Fair Lawn, NJ. Dr. Chism is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Chism 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. Chism can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr Sch of Med, Lubbock Tx 1989
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine 1989
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Ear Infection
- Swimmer's Ear
- Concussion
- Gastritis
- Allergic Reaction
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Tonsillitis
- Strep Throat
Professional Memberships
- Member American Academy of Pediatrics
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