Dr. James K. McEntire, DO, FAAP
Pediatrician
4001 E 138th St Grandview MO, 64030About
Dr. McEntire is a pediatrician. Along with his family, he started Preferred Pediatrics in 1998. Dr. McEntire has been a pediatrician for 20 years. Dr. McEntire is a graduate of the University of Health ...
Education and Training
Kansas City University Of Med and Biosciences 1991
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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