Dr. Michael C Tigar MD
Pediatrician
1651 Gunbarrel Rd Chattanooga TN, 37421About
Dr. Michael Tigar is a pediatrician practicing in Chattanooga, TN. Dr. Tigar is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Tigar 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. Tigar can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn 1997
Georgetown University in Washington DC 1997
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Flu
- Tonsillitis
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Strep Throat
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