Dr. Laura I Leverone M.D.
Pediatrician
152 Burnetts Way Suffolk VA, 23434About
Dr. Laura Leverone is a pediatrician practicing in Suffolk, VA. Dr. Leverone is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Leverone 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. Leverone can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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