Dr. Thedia J Smith MD
Pediatrician
733 VOLVO PKWY CHESAPEAKE VA, 23320About
Dr. Thedia 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.
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Fellowships
- Public Health Service
What do you attribute your success to?
- Her Dedication to Improve the Lives of Children, Perseverance, Unwavering Belief in herself.
Hobbies / Sports
- Reading, Cooking, Horseback Riding, Swimming
Favorite professional publications
- Journal of Pediatrics
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Nearby Providers
- Thedia Jones Smith733 Volvo Parkway Chesapeake Virginia 23320
- Vernita Newby Peeples M.D.656 Independence Parkway Chesapeake VA 23320
- Dr. Michelle T Curry M.D.733 Volvo Parkway Chesapeake VA 23320
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- Dr. Laura Dobbs Carson MD733 Volvo Pkwy Chesapeake VA 23320
- Dr. Rex E. Kummer M.D.420 Blue Beech Way Chesapeake VA 23320