Dr. Christine M. Privitera M.D.
Pediatrician
6372 Mechanicsville Tpke Suite 203 Mechanicsville VA, 23111About
Dr. Christine Privitera is a pediatrician practicing in Mechanicsville, VA. Dr. Privitera is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Privitera 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. Privitera can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences 1976
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Anemia
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Bronchitis
- Flu
- Ear Wax
- Tonsillitis
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
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