Dr. Kia E Harkless MD
Pediatrician
8316 Traford Ln Springfield VA, 22152About
Dr. Kia Harkless is a pediatrician practicing in Springfield, VA. Dr. Harkless is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Harkless 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. Harkless can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Va Commonwealth Univ, Med Coll of Va Sch of Med, Richmond Va 2001
Virginia Commonwealth University / Medical College of Virginia School of Medic 2001
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine 2001
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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