Dr. Janet W. Karpiak M.D.
Pediatrician
34 Maple St Norwalk Hospital Norwalk CT, 06850About
Dr. Janet Karpiak is a pediatrician practicing in Norwalk, CT. Dr. Karpiak is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Karpiak 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. Karpiak can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj 1987
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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