Dr. Patricia S. Hammett M.D.
Gastroenterologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Gastroenterology
14080 HOSPITAL RD BOYS TOWN NE, 68010About
Dr. Patricia Hammett is a pediatric gastroenterologist practicing in BOYS TOWN, NE. Dr. Hammett specializes in digestive system, liver or nutritional problems in children from the newborn period to their teens. Conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance, chronic constipation or obesity can all be treated by a pediatric gastroenterologist.
Education and Training
Univ of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne 1985
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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