
Dr. Ben J. Spiegel M.D.
Pediatrician
3811 Valley Centre Dr San Diego CA, 92130About
Dr. Ben Spiegel is a pediatrician practicing in San Diego, CA. Dr. Spiegel is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Spiegel 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. Spiegel can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca 1982
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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