Silvia Pereira-smith M.D.
Neurologist (Pediatric) | Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
135 Rutledge Ave Msc 567 Charleston SC, 29425About
Dr. Silvia Pereira-smith is a child neurologist practicing in Charleston, SC. Dr. Pereira-smith specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the nervous system in children from birth to young adulthood. With combined understanding of childhood illness and the special needs of each individual child and their family, Dr. Pereira-smith is able to help each patient improve the status of their health. Conditions such as seizures, delayed speech, weakness or frequent headaches are treated by child neurologists.
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American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine
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