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Dr. James L Tompkins M.D.
Pediatrician
8034 Lankford Hwy Oak Hall VA, 23416About
Dr. James Tompkins is a pediatrician practicing in Oak Hall, VA. Dr. Tompkins is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Tompkins 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. Tompkins can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Vanderbilt Univ Sch of Med, Nashville Tn 1974
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine 1974
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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