Dr. Kathleen O Parente MD
Pediatrician
6355 Walker Ln Suite 401 Alexandria VA, 22310About
Dr. Kathleen Parente is a pediatrician practicing in Alexandria, VA. Dr. Parente is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Parente 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. Parente can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc 1985
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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