Dr. David Charles Pettigrew M.D.
Pediatrician | Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
509 BILTMORE AVE ASHEVILLE NC, 28801About
Dr. David Pettigrew is a pediatrician practicing in Saint Petersburg, FL. Dr. Pettigrew is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Pettigrew 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. Pettigrew can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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