Dr. John Richard Hovious M.D.
Pediatrician
109 Meadow View Road Suite 7 Bristol TN, 37620About
Dr. John Hovious is a pediatrician practicing in Bristol, TN. Dr. Hovious is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Hovious 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. Hovious can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn 1979
Georgetown University in Washington DC 1979
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Sinusitis
- Allergies
- Ear Infection
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Bronchitis
- Gastroenteritis
- Head Lice
- Stomach Flu
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Strep Throat
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