Dr. Richard Howell Ames DO
Pediatrician
500 N Columbia River Hwy Suite 6 Saint Helens OR, 97051About
Dr. Richard Ames is a pediatrician practicing in Saint Helens, OR. Dr. Ames is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Ames 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. Ames can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences 1999
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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