Dr. Misty Marie Folkestad M.D.
Pediatrician
1527 Broadway St Alexandria MN, 56308About
Dr. Misty Folkestad is a pediatrician practicing in Alexandria, MN. Dr. Folkestad is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Folkestad 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. Folkestad can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
University of Minnesota Medical School 2010
Board Certification
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anxiety
- Warts
- Fever
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
Professional Memberships
- Member Minnesota Medical Association/South Park Region
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