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Dr. Gerald W. Dewitt M.D.

Pediatrician

4038 Thomas Nelson Hwy Arrington VA, 22922
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Dr. Gerald Dewitt is a pediatrician practicing in Arrington, VA. Dr. Dewitt is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Dewitt 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. Dewitt can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.

Education and Training

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine 1969

Board Certification

PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 48 years of experience

Expert Publications

Data provided by the National Library of Medicine

Treatments

  • Asthma
  • Ear Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
  • Diarrhea
  • Ear Wax
  • Tonsillitis
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)

Dr. Gerald W. Dewitt M.D.'s Practice location

Gerald Dewitt

4038 Thomas Nelson Hwy -
Arrington, VA 22922
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