The Journal of Pediatrics
Volume 155, Issue 2 , Pages 161-162 , August 2009

In Pursuit Of Lower A1c

  • Michael J. Haller, MD

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationReprint requests: Michael Haller, MD, University of Florida, Department of Pediatric Endocrinology, PO Box 10296, Gainesville, FL 32610.
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  • Janet H. Silverstein, MD

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PII: S0022-3476(09)00219-4

doi: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2009.03.006

The Journal of Pediatrics
Volume 155, Issue 2 , Pages 161-162 , August 2009

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