Dr. Kurt Meppelink DO
Pediatrician
1545 68th St Suite 100 Grand Rapids MI, 49508About
Dr. Kurt Meppelink is a pediatrician practicing in Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Meppelink is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Meppelink 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. Meppelink can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences 1990
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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