Dr. Karen Burgess M.D.
Pediatrician
850 5th Ave E Tuscaloosa AL, 35401About
Dr. Karen Burgess is a pediatrician practicing in Tuscaloosa, AL. Dr. Burgess is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Burgess 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. Burgess can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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