
Dr. Karen Hentschel-franks DO
Pulmonologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Pulmonology
9200 Pinecroft Suite 480 Spring TX, 77380About
Dr. Karen Hentschel-franks practices Pediatric Pulmonology in Spring, TX. Dr. Hentschel-franks treats children who have breathing problems, or a problem with his or her lungs. Pediatric pulmonologists often treat children with chronic cough, difficulty breathing, recurring pneumonia, asthma, cystic fibrosis, apnea, chronic lung disease in premature infants, noisy breathing, and conditions that require special equipment to monitor and/or help with breathing at home.
Education and Training
New York College of Osteopathic Medicine / New York Institute of Technology 1996
College Of Osteopathic Med Medicine
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Sleep Medicine
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
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Houston Fertility Institute - Woodlands
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