Dr. Joanna Shepherd M.D.
Pediatrician
530 Ne Glen Oak Ave 5607 Peoria IL, 61637About
Dr. Joanna Shepherd is a pediatrician practicing in Peoria, IL. Dr. Shepherd is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Shepherd 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. Shepherd can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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