Thedia Jones Smith
Pediatrician
733 Volvo Parkway Suite 200 Chesapeake Virginia, 23320About
Dr. Thedia Smith, MD, FAAP, currently maintains a position with Michelle Curry Pediatrics, a private practice located in Chesapeake, Virginia. Dr. Smith is a Board certified and Virginia Licensed pediatrician who previously worked in the Emergency Room of Children�s Hsopital. Dr. Smith acquired her education with Howard University and New Jersey Medical School; also completing her pediatric residency at University Hospital Newark. Over the course of her career, she has also served in various medical leadership capacities including Chief of Pediatrics at Huey Long Regional Medical Center, Associate and Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Tulane University Hospital and emergency room physician at Children�s Hospital of the Kings Daughters.
Education and Training
Rutgers Medical School
Board Certification
American Board of Pediatrics- Pediatrics
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Fellowships
- Public Health Service
What do you attribute your success to?
- Her Dedication to Improve the Lives of Children, Perseverance, Unwavering Belief in herself.
Hobbies / Sports
- Reading, Cooking, Horseback Riding, Swimming
Favorite professional publications
- Journal of Pediatrics
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