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Katie Fletcher MS, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist (Pediatric) | Pediatrics
3905 UNIVERSITY DR DURHAM NC, 27707About
Dr. Katie Fletcher practices Occupational Medicine in DURHAM, NC. Dr. Fletcher 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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DUKE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALl
PO BOX 3814 DUMC ERWIN RD DURHAM NC 27710DUKE REGIONAL HOSPITALl
3643 N ROXBORO ROAD DURHAM NC 27704