Dr. Sharon Straussman M.D.
Endocronologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Endocrinology
Massachusetts General Hospital 55 Fruit Street Boston MA, 02114About
Dr. Sharon Straussman is a pediatric endocrinologist practicing in Boston, MA. Dr. Straussman specializes in growth, puberty, diabetes or other disorders related to hormones that produce certain conditions in children and growing young adults. Pediatric endocrinologists possess copious knowledge on hormone chemicals and how they can affect other parts of the body and their functions.
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