Dr. Valarie L Kerschen M.D.
Neurologist (Pediatric) | Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
3243 E Murdock St Suite #500 Wichita KS, 67208About
Dr. Valarie Kerschen is a child neurologist practicing in Wichita, KS. Dr. Kerschen specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the nervous system in children from birth to young adulthood. With combined understanding of childhood illness and the special needs of each individual child and their family, Dr. Kerschen is able to help each patient improve the status of their health. Conditions such as seizures, delayed speech, weakness or frequent headaches are treated by child neurologists.
Education and Training
Univ of Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks 1986
University of Wales in Great Britain 1986
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics
Provider Details
Treatments
- Learning Disabilities
- Birth Defects
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
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