Dr. Michael David Ladd M.D.
Pediatrician
4322 Harding Pike Suite 229 Nashville TN, 37205About
Dr. Michael Ladd is a pediatrician practicing in Nashville, TN. Dr. Ladd is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Ladd 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. Ladd can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Vanderbilt Univ Sch of Med, Nashville Tn 1992
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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