Dr. Louis Hayward Peterson MD
Pediatrician
6420 Prospect Ave Suite T403 Kansas City MO, 64132About
Dr. Louis Peterson is a pediatrician practicing in Kansas City, MO. Dr. Peterson is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Peterson 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. Peterson can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Mo-Kansas City Sch of Med, Kansas City Mo 1976
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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