Dr. Laurie Louise Peterson MD
Pediatrician
2116 Craig Rd Eau Claire WI, 54701About
Dr. Laurie Peterson is a pediatrician practicing in Eau Claire, WI. Dr. Peterson is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Peterson 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. Peterson can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Baylor College of Medicine 1986
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Back Pain
- Bronchitis
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Conjunctivitis
- Strep Throat
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