Dr. John B Lafave MD
Pediatrician
15 Cleveland Ave Suite 14 Martinsville VA, 24112About
Dr. John Lafave is a pediatrician practicing in Martinsville, VA. Dr. Lafave is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Lafave 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. Lafave can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Vt Coll of Med, Burlington Vt 1961
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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