Dr. Richard J Lavoie M.D.
Pediatrician
27 Lafayette St Norwich CT, 06360About
Dr. Richard Lavoie is a pediatrician practicing in Norwich, CT. Dr. Lavoie is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Lavoie 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. Lavoie can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc 1980
Georgetown University School of Medicine 1980
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anxiety
- Sinusitis
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Bronchitis
- Malnutrition
- Tonsillitis
- Rash
- Gas
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
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