Dr. Patricia O Francis M.D.
Pediatrician
930 Dewing Ave Lafayette CA, 94549About
Dr. Patricia Francis is a pediatrician practicing in Lafayette, CA. Dr. Francis is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Francis 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. Francis can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1979
Boston University School of Medicine 1979
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Warts
- Ear Infection
- Concussion
- Contact Dermatitis
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
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