Dr. Christopher L Tappan MD
Pediatrician
5454 Lithia Pinecrest Rd Lithia FL, 33547About
Dr. Christopher Tappan is a pediatrician practicing in Lithia, FL. Dr. Tappan is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Tappan 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. Tappan can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl 1994
University of Central Florida College of Medicine 1994
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Ear Infection
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Tonsillitis
- Food Allergies
- Jaundice
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