Dr. Leroy Anthony Owens M.D.
Pediatrician
11701 Livingston Rd Suite 307 Fort Washington MD, 20744About
Dr. Leroy Owens is a pediatrician practicing in Fort Washington, MD. Dr. Owens is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Owens 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. Owens can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc 1971
Howard University College of Medicine 1971
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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