
Dr. James B. Pettay M.D.
Pediatrician
300 Locust St Suite 200 Akron OH, 44302About
Dr. James Pettay is a pediatrician practicing in Akron, OH. Dr. Pettay is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Pettay 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. Pettay can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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