Dr. John Firestone MD
Pediatrician
9605 Jefferson Hwy New Orleans LA, 70123About
Dr. John Firestone is a pediatrician practicing in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Firestone is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Firestone 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. Firestone can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La 1980
Board Certification
Allergy and ImmunologyAmerican Board of Allergy and ImmunologyABAI
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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