Dr. Alka Patel Cherry M.D.
Pediatrician
500 Discovery Dr Suite 302 Chesapeake VA, 23320About
Dr. Alka Cherry is a pediatrician practicing in Chesapeake, VA. Dr. Cherry is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Cherry 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. Cherry can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Eastern Virginia Medical School 1993
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Asthma
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Tonsillitis
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Strep Throat
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