Dr. Marie Westphal MD
Pediatrician
204 W Hill Blvd Charleston Afb SC, 29404About
Dr. Marie Westphal is a pediatrician practicing in Charleston Afb, SC. Dr. Westphal is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Westphal 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. Westphal can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia 1998
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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