Dr. Robert J. Benak M.D.
Pediatrician
126 Clinic Dr Dothan AL, 36303About
Dr. Robert Benak is a pediatrician practicing in Dothan, AL. Dr. Benak is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Benak 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. Benak can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
University of Alabama School of Medicine 1986
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Strabismus
- Flu
- Tonsillitis
- Rash
- Croup
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