Dr. Melissa Kay Benbow MD
Pediatrician
1 Childrens Plz Dayton OH, 45404About
Dr. Melissa Benbow is a pediatrician practicing in Dayton, OH. Dr. Benbow is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Benbow 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. Benbow can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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