Dr. Rhea Richardson D.O.
Orthopedist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery
807 Childrens Way Jacksonville FL, 32207About
Dr. Rhea Richardson is a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Jacksonville, FL. Dr. Richardson specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system in children. As a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Richardson tends to childrens bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves and tendons. Pediatric orthopaedic surgeons can treat newborns to teenagers. Some conditions Dr. Richardson treats include gait abnormalities like limping, limp and spine deformities, broken bones and bone and joint infections.
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