Melissa Kunkel, MD

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Giving Children a Healthy Start

Dr. Kunkel specializes in pediatrics. She cares for children with complex medical needs and cystic fibrosis.

The services Dr. Kunkle provides include:

  • Performing well child checks
  • Newborn and post-NICU care
  • Addressing acute and chronic medical issues in children
  • Caring for children with complex medical needs
  • Treatment of ADHD, depression and anxiety

Dr. Kunkel is the director of the Sanford Fargo Cystic Fibrosis Clinic, Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine.

 

Speaks: English

Specialties

Types of Care

  • Medical Home

(701) 234-3620

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Background Information

Education & Training History

Residency:
Pediatrics: University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, MN (2007-2010)
Medical School:
University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences, Grand Forks, ND, (2003-2007)
Graduate School:
University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences, Grand Forks, ND, (2003-2007)
Undergraduate School:
University of St. Thomas St. Paul, MN (1998-2002)

Board Certifications:
American Board of Pediatrics

Experience & Research

American Academy of Pediatrics

Affiliate Director of the Sanford Cystic Fibrosis clinic accredited by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Idea of Care

I continue to believe that it “takes a village” to raise our children to their highest potential. I aspire to provide comprehensive, patient centered care with the hope that my families feel like their Pediatrician’s office is their medical home.  

Personal Interests

Dr. Kunkel enjoys yoga, running, traveling, reading, learning new languages, and spending time with her family. 

Awards and Distinctions

Friend of Nursing Nomination

Additional Locations

Sanford Children's Urgent Care Clinic

2701 13th Ave. S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103

(701) 234-3620

Sanford Children's Hospital Fargo

5225 23rd Ave. S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58104

(701) 417-2000

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