Dr. Thomas Destefani MD
Pediatrician
2160 S First Ave 101-1740, Loyola Uni Maywood IL, 60153About
Dr. Thomas Destefani is a pediatrician practicing in Maywood, IL. Dr. Destefani is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Destefani 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. Destefani can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il 1981
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine 1981
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Eczema
- Dermatitis
- Allergies
- Ear Infection
- Contact Dermatitis
- Bronchitis
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Strep Throat
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