Dr. Poonam Buttan MD
Pediatrician
116 North Villa Street Porterville California, 93257About
Dr. Poonam Buttan is a pediatrician practicing in Porterville, California. Dr. Buttan is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Buttan 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. Buttan can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Lady Hardinge Medical College
Lady Hardinge Med Coll- Univ Of Delhi- New Delhi- Delhi- India 1978
Lady Hardinge Medical College 1978
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Southwestern Medical School 1977
Board Certification
American Board of Pediatrics- Pediatrics
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Treatments
- Acne
- Sinusitis
- Allergies
- Ear Infection
- Molluscum Contagiosum
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Bronchitis
- Pain
Internships
- Lady Hardinge Medical College
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard Work and Passion for the Profession
Hobbies / Sports
- Music and Gardening
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