Dr. Christopher Shawn Smith D.O.
Emergency Physician
100 15th St Nw Norton VA, 24273About
Dr. Christopher Smith practices Emergency Medicine in Norton, VA. Dr. Smith assesses patients who seek immediate medical attention at any time of day or night. Emergency Medicine Physicians are trained to efficiently work with each patient and situation no matter how acute or life-threatening. Dr. Smith examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine 2003
Board Certification
Emergency MedicineAmerican Board of Emergency MedicineABEM
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