Dr. Kimberly Scansen MD
Emergency Physician (Pediatric) | Pediatric Emergency Medicine
555 S 18th St Columbus OH, 43205About
Dr. Kimberly Scansen is a pediatric emergency medicine physician practicing in Columbus, OH. Dr. Scansen specializes in providing care for critically ill and injured children. Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physicians possess a vast amount of knowledge in areas such as neonatology, critical care and forensic pediatrics. Children involved in automobile accidents, child abuse or near-drowning episodes are frequent cases treated by pediatric emergency medicine physicians.
Education and Training
Wayne State University School of Medicine 2003
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Provider Details
Treatments
- Fever
- Pain
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