Dr. Laura A. Jernigan MD
Pediatrician
2200 Ofarrell St San Francisco CA, 94115About
Dr. Laura Jernigan is a pediatrician practicing in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Jernigan is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Jernigan 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. Jernigan can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca 1998
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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