Dr. Melissa Houser joins Wood County Medical Associates

Wood County Medical Associates is excited to announce Dr. Melissa Houser has joined the care team, allowing the practice to offer additional appointments for their patient families.

Dr. Houser received her medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, MI. She completed her pediatrics residency at Children’s Hospital of Michigan in Detroit, MI, and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

For the past four years, she was a newborn hospitalist pediatrician, providing newborn care. Prior to that, she was a general pediatrician for 15 years. Dr. Houser enjoys treating the gamut of pediatric conditions, and following patients and their families over time, watching them grow and getting to know them well. It is important to Dr. Houser to offer guidance in a practical way, collaborating with parents to determine the best course for their child.

Dr. Houser’s time as a newborn hospitalist gave her much experience addressing breastfeeding and other neonatal feeding problems. Other clinical interests include infectious diseases, allergic disorders, developmental and behavioral pediatrics and adolescent medicine. Dr. Houser is a current employee of Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Call (419) 352-6890 to schedule an appointment.