Dr. Thomas J Metcalf MD
Pediatrician
1140 E 3900 S #360 Salt Lake City UT, 84124About
Dr. Thomas Metcalf is a pediatrician practicing in Salt Lake City, UT. Dr. Metcalf is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Metcalf 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. Metcalf can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Stanford Univ Sch Of Med- Stanford Ca 1970
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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