Dr. Catherine M Sampert DO, MS
Gastroenterologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Gastroenterology
MADIGAN ARMY MEDICAL CENTER 9040 JACKSON AVE TACOMA WA, 98431About
Dr. Catherine Sampert is a pediatric gastroenterologist practicing in TACOMA, WA. Dr. Sampert 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
Touro Center / College of Osteopathic Medicine 2007
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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