Dr. Wendy K. Westfield M.D.
Pediatrician
Uva Medical Associates Of Louisa 575 Industrial Drive Louisa VA, 23093About
Dr. Wendy Westfield is a pediatrician practicing in Louisa, VA. Dr. Westfield is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Westfield 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. Westfield can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia Pa 1996
Drexel University College of Medicine 1996
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anxiety
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Insomnia
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Swelling
- Strep Throat
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