Dr. Richard A. Switzer M.D., P.C.
Pediatrician
4166 56th Sw Grandville MI, 49418About
Dr. Richard Switzer is a pediatrician practicing in Grandville, MI. Dr. Switzer is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Switzer 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. Switzer can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine 1987
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Obesity
- Heart Disease
- Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
- Pain
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Thyroiditis
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