Dr. Shikha Prasad M.D
Pediatrician
2461 Barringer Wing West Complex Charlottesville VA, 22908About
Dr. Shikha Prasad is a pediatrician practicing in Charlottesville, VA. Dr. Prasad is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Prasad 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. Prasad can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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