Dr. Melissa Marie Stroud M.D.
Pediatrician
609 Medical Center Dr Suite 2218 Decatur TX, 76234About
Dr. Melissa Stroud is a pediatrician practicing in Decatur, TX. Dr. Stroud is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Stroud 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. Stroud can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Southwestern Medical School 2004
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