Katherine Northagen M.S., OTR/L
Occupational Therapist (Pediatric) | Pediatrics
5710 BAKER RD MINNETONKA MN, 55345About
Dr. Katherine Northagen practices Occupational Medicine in MINNETONKA, MN. Dr. Northagen evaluates the interaction between work and health. Occupational medicine physicians have general knowledge of worksite operations and are familiar with the toxic properties of materials used by employees and the potential hazards and stressors of work processes; in addition to being qualified to determine an employees physical and emotional fitness for work; diagnosing and treating occupational diseases; handling work related injuries; and having an understanding of rehabilitation methods, health education techniques, sanitation, and workers compensation laws.
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