Dr. Robert James Smith M.D.
Pediatrician
721 FAIRFAX AVE STE 200 NORFOLK VA, 23507About
Dr. Robert Smith is a pediatrician practicing in NORFOLK, VA. Dr. Smith is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Smith 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. Smith can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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