Dr. Mary Alice Schaefer D.O.
Pediatrician
3512 Choctaw Dr Se Decatur AL, 35603About
Dr. Mary Schaefer is a pediatrician practicing in Decatur, AL. Dr. Schaefer is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Schaefer 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. Schaefer can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ Of N Tx Hlth Sci Ctr- Tx Coll Osteo Med- Ft Worth Tx 1993
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