Dr. Mark Joseph Stephan M.D.
Pediatrician
Madigan Army Medical Center 9040 Reid St. , Attn Tacoma WA, 98431About
Dr. Mark Stephan is a pediatrician practicing in Tacoma, WA. Dr. Stephan is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Stephan 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. Stephan can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co 1971
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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