Dr. Joan Saunders Purcell MD
Adolescent Specialist | Adolescent Medicine
4800 W Panther Creek Dr Suite 100 Spring TX, 77381About
Dr. Joan Purcell is an adolescent specialist practicing in Spring, TX. Dr. Purcell works with patients who are in the adolescent age, or generally between the ages of 11 and 19 years old. As an adolescent-specialist, Dr. Purcell treats many common health issues that pre-teens and teenagers face, from mental, to behavioral, to physical conditions. Some of these issues may include growth and hormone problems, sports injuries, eating disorders, substance abuse and more. Adolescent specialists perform medical exams, histories and diagnostic tests, and develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Education and Training
Texas A&M University, TX 1990
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Adolescent Medicine
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
Provider Details
Treatments
- Allergies
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Laryngitis
- Tonsillitis
- Food Allergies
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Strep Throat
Fellowships
- Baylor College of Medicine-GME/Transitional Year Only 1995
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