Dr. Kara E Somers MD
Pediatrician
13540 Hull Street Rd Midlothian VA, 23112About
Dr. Kara Somers is a pediatrician practicing in Midlothian, VA. Dr. Somers is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Somers 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. Somers can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine 1988
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anemia
- Asthma
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Flu
- Tonsillitis
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Strep Throat
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