Dr. Latesha I dawson Thomas M.D.
Pediatrician
282 Washington Street Hartford CT, 06106About
Dr. Latesha Thomas is a pediatrician practicing in Hartford, CT. Dr. Thomas is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Thomas 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. Thomas can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
University of Connecticut School of Medicine - Md MD
University of Connecticut School of Medicine 2005
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Asthma
- Fungal Infection
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Ringworm
- Rash
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