Dr. Christopher M Pruitt MD
Pediatrician
171 ASHLEY AVE CHARLESTON SC, 29425About
Dr. Christopher Pruitt is a pediatrician practicing in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Pruitt is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Pruitt 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. Pruitt can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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