Dr. Christine L. Westfall MD
Pediatrician
1347 HILLVIEW DR MILTON WV, 25541About
Dr. Christine Westfall is a pediatrician practicing in MILTON, WV. Dr. Westfall is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Westfall 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. Westfall can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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