Bann Al-shammaa MD
Pediatrician
6400 ARLINGTON BLVD. FALLS CHURCH VA, 22042About
Dr. Bann Al-shammaa is a pediatrician practicing in FALLS CHURCH, VA. Dr. Al-shammaa is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Al-shammaa 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. Al-shammaa can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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