Dr. Brenda K Hedges MD
Pediatrician
2200 Ne Professional Ct Bend OR, 97701About
Dr. Brenda Hedges is a pediatrician practicing in Bend, OR. Dr. Hedges is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Hedges 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. Hedges can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca 1993
University of California 1993
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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- Tonsillitis
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