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Dr. Karen Alton, MD
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Dr. Karen Alton, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist in Detroit, MI. They specialize in Pediatrics, has 29 years of experience, and is board certified in Pediatrics. They graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences and is affiliated with Ascension Saint John Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Alton an average 5.0 star rating.
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Ascension St. John Hospital St. John Children's Center22201 Moross Rd Ste 270, Detroit, MI 48236 Directions (313) 343-3481
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Specialties*
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Years of Experience
- 29 years of experience
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Medical Education
- George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences
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- Pediatrics
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