Dr. Tara Marie Ulmer MD
Pediatrician
1200 Pleasant St Des Moines IA, 50309About
Dr. Tara Ulmer is a pediatrician practicing in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Ulmer is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Ulmer 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. Ulmer can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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