Dr. Karin K. Wertz MD
Pediatrician
2025 Morse Ave Sacramento CA, 95825About
Dr. Karin Wertz is a pediatrician practicing in Sacramento, CA. Dr. Wertz is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Wertz 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. Wertz can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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