Dr. Linda J Thomas-hemak M.D.
Pediatrician
5 S Washington Ave Jermyn PA, 18433About
Dr. Linda Thomas-hemak is a pediatrician practicing in Jermyn, PA. Dr. Thomas-hemak is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Thomas-hemak 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. Thomas-hemak can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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