Dr. Amy Schepens M.D.
Pediatrician
1285 Spring St Suite A Gulfport MS, 39507About
Dr. Amy Schepens is a pediatrician practicing in Gulfport, MS. Dr. Schepens is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Schepens 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. Schepens can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of South Al Coll of Med, Mobile Al 1997
University of South Alabama College of Medicine 1997
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Acid Reflux
- Fever
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Bronchitis
- Flu
- Tonsillitis
- Rash
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
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