Dr. Dorsey Rickard Thorley MD
Pediatrician
2601 Tvc Nashville TN, 37232About
Dr. Dorsey Thorley is a pediatrician practicing in Nashville, TN. Dr. Thorley is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Thorley 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. Thorley can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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