Dr. Derek Patrick Hughes M.D.
Pediatrician
5959 GREENBACK LN CITRUS HEIGHTS CA, 95621About
Dr. Derek Hughes is a pediatrician practicing in Sacramento, CA. Dr. Hughes is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Hughes 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. Hughes can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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