Patricia Kelley Deforest DO
Pediatrician
1050 W 10TH ST ROLLA MO, 65401About
Dr. Patricia Deforest is a pediatrician practicing in ROLLA, MO. Dr. Deforest is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Deforest 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. Deforest can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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