Dr. Peter J Metcalf MD
Pediatrician
855 Illini Dr Suite 304 Silvis IL, 61282About
Dr. Peter Metcalf is a pediatrician practicing in Silvis, IL. Dr. Metcalf is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Metcalf 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. Metcalf can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
University of Bristol Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry 1970
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Asthma
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Bronchitis
- Migraine
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
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- Dr. Sissay Z Anberber MD1504 10th St Silvis IL 61282
- Dr. Benjamin T Stevens MD855 Illini Dr Silvis IL 61282
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