
Dr. Richard E Wood MD
Pediatrician
877 Forest Hill Avenue Grand Rapids MI, 49546About
Dr. Richard Wood is a pediatrician practicing in Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Wood is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Wood 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. Wood can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi 1983
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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Forest Hills Pediatrics
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