Dr. Gretchen B Crist M.D.
Pediatrician
968 Fairfield Ave Southwest Community Bridgeport CT, 06605About
Dr. Gretchen Crist is a pediatrician practicing in Bridgeport, CT. Dr. Crist is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Crist 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. Crist can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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