Dr. Christopher Buckingham Ballou M.D.
Pediatrician
1801 Sunset Dr Columbia SC, 29203About
Dr. Christopher Ballou is a pediatrician practicing in Columbia, SC. Dr. Ballou is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Ballou 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. Ballou can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
University of South Carolina At Columbia 2005
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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