
Dr. Frances G. Tennis MD
Pediatrician
1250 E Marshall St Richmond VA, 23298About
Dr. Frances Tennis is a pediatrician practicing in Richmond, VA. Dr. Tennis is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Tennis 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. Tennis can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
St. George's University School of Medicine 2008
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Urinary Incontinence
- Anemia
- Ear Infection
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Fever
- Tonsillitis
- Ringworm
- Rash
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Strep Throat
Dr. Frances G. Tennis MD's Practice location
Practice At 1250 E Marshall St
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- Dr. Sonja A. Haugeto MD9900 Independence Park Dr Henrico VA 23233
- Dr. Kimberly M. Phillips MD7347 Bell Creek Rd Mechanicsville VA 23111
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Nearest Hospitals
MEDICAL COLLEGE OF VIRGINIA HOSPITALSl
1250 EAST MARSHALL STREET - BOX 980510 RICHMOND VA 23298BON SECOURS RICHMOND COMMUNITY HOSPITALl
1500 N. 28TH STREET RICHMOND VA 23223MEDICAL COLLEGE OF VIRGINIA HOSPITALSl
1250 EAST MARSHALL STREET - BOX 980510 RICHMOND VA 23298BON SECOURS ST MARYS HOSPITALl
5801 BREMO RD RICHMOND VA 23226