Dr. George Joseph Petro M.D.
Pediatrician
7900 Airways Blvd. Bldg C #2 Southaven MS, 38671About
Dr. George Petro is a pediatrician practicing in Southaven, MS. Dr. Petro is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Petro 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. Petro can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Mercer University / School of Medicine
Mercer Univ Sch Of Med 2005
Mercer University School of Medicine 2005
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Allergies
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Scabies
- Stomach Flu
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Vascular Disease
- Strep Throat
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