Dr. John Tucker Pontzer M.D.
Pediatrician
1925 W Park Dr North Wilkesboro NC, 28659Rating
4/5
About
Dr. John Pontzer is a pediatrician practicing in North Wilkesboro, NC. Dr. Pontzer is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Pontzer 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. Pontzer can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va 1997
University of Virginia School of Medicine 1997
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Fever
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Strep Throat
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Practice At 1925 W Park Dr
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