Dr. Joseph Silhavy M.D.
Pediatrician
3 Park Pl Belleville IL, 62226About
Dr. Joseph Silhavy is a pediatrician practicing in Belleville, IL. Dr. Silhavy is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Silhavy 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. Silhavy can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo 1994
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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