Dr. James E Hignight MD
Pediatrician
800 W Laurel St Independence KS, 67301About
Dr. James Hignight is a pediatrician practicing in Independence, KS. Dr. Hignight is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Hignight 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. Hignight can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks 1993
University of Wales in Great Britain 1993
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Lung Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
- Extra Corporeal Shockwave Therapy
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Nanette S. Nuessle M.D.800 W Laurel St Independence KS 67301
- Dr. Melissa J Mcintosh M.D.510 PETER PAN RD INDEPENDENCE KS 67301