Dr. Thomas Gessner MD
Pediatrician
56 Club Ln Blairsville PA, 15717About
Dr. Thomas Gessner is a pediatrician practicing in Blairsville, PA. Dr. Gessner is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Gessner 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. Gessner can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa 1968
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine 1968
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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