Dr. Bruce A Petitt M.D.
Pediatrician
1060 Fairfax Park Suite C Tuscaloosa AL, 35406About
Dr. Bruce Petitt is a pediatrician practicing in Tuscaloosa, AL. Dr. Petitt is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Petitt 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. Petitt can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn 1989
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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