Dr. Melissa Parker Lavallee M.D.
Pediatrician
217 Broadway Hanover PA, 17331About
Dr. Melissa Lavallee is a pediatrician practicing in Hanover, PA. Dr. Lavallee is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Lavallee 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. Lavallee can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
University of Maryland School of Medicine 2001
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Ear Infection
- Tonsillitis
- Stomach Flu
- Strep Throat
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