Dr. David Kenneth Shellington M.D.
Pediatrician | Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
3020 Children's Way Division Of Pediatri San Diego CA, 92123About
Dr. David Shellington is a pediatrician practicing in San Diego, CA. Dr. Shellington is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Shellington 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. Shellington can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
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