Dr. Dona R Brekke DO
Cardiologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Cardiology
3260 Providence Dr Suite 321 Anchorage AK, 99508About
Dr. Dona Brekke grew up being accustomed to something most Alaskans arent year-round hot weather and sunshine! Although born in England while her father was active-duty Air Force, she spent most of her ...
Education and Training
University of Osteopathic Medicine And Health Sciences / College of Osteopathic Medicine 1993
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine 1993
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Birth Defects
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Pain
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