Dr. Jay M. Gillenwater M.D.
Pediatrician
2955 Ivy Rd Suite 311 Charlottesville VA, 22903About
Dr. Jay Gillenwater is a pediatrician practicing in Charlottesville, VA. Dr. Gillenwater is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Gillenwater 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. Gillenwater can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Georgetown University in Washington DC
University of Washington School of Medicine 1993
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Concussion
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Cellulitis
- Rash
- Conjunctivitis
- Strep Throat
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