Dr. Joyce F Hughes MD
Pediatrician
1000 S 12th St Murray KY, 42071About
Dr. Joyce Hughes is a pediatrician practicing in Murray, KY. Dr. Hughes is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Hughes 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. Hughes can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky 1981
University of Louisville School of Medicine 1982
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Allergies
- Fever
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Insomnia
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
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