Dr. Steven H. Forstein M.D.
Pediatrician
1527 Route 12 Gales Ferry CT, 06335About
Dr. Steven Forstein is a pediatrician practicing in Gales Ferry, CT. Dr. Forstein is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Forstein 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. Forstein can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Va Commonwealth Univ, Med Coll of Va Sch of Med, Richmond Va 1979
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine 1979
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Sinusitis
- Anemia
- Ear Infection
- Lyme Disease
- Tonsillitis
- Rash
- Plantar Wart
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
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