Dr. Kelley V Jefferson MD
Pediatrician
1224 Trotwood Ave Columbia TN, 38401About
Dr. Kelley Jefferson is a pediatrician practicing in Columbia, TN. Dr. Jefferson is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Jefferson 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. Jefferson 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 1999
Georgetown University in Washington DC 1999
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Aspiration
- Pneumonia
- Pain
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