Dr. Richetta T Huffman-parker MD
Pediatrician
421 West College St Infants And Children Florence AL, 35630About
Dr. Richetta Huffman-parker is a pediatrician practicing in Florence, AL. Dr. Huffman-parker is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Huffman-parker 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. Huffman-parker can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
University of Alabama School of Medicine 1995
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Diarrhea
- Flu
- Gastroenteritis
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Rash
- Strep Throat
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