Dr. David L Smith MD
Pediatrician
2131 S 17th St Wilmington NC, 28401About
Dr. David Smith is a pediatrician practicing in Wilmington, NC. Dr. Smith is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Smith 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. Smith can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar 1992
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine 1992
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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Nearby Providers
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- Dr. Raaj Amin MD27417 ANDREW JACKSON HIGHWAY EAST DELCO NC 28436
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