Dr. Jennifer K Ess MD
Pediatrician
1005 Dr. D. B. Todd Jr. Blvd Meharry Medical Coll Nashville TN, 37208About
Dr. Jennifer Ess is a pediatrician practicing in Nashville, TN. Dr. Ess is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Ess 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. Ess can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co 1999
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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