Elaine Matheson
Pediatrician
5315 Highgate Dr Suite 103 Durham NC, 27713About
Dr. Elaine Matheson is a pediatrician practicing in Durham, NC. Dr. Matheson is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Matheson 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. Matheson can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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