
Dr. Avril P. Beckford, MD, FAAP
Pediatrician
1180 Ernest W Barrett Pkwy NW Suite 102B Kennesaw GA, 30144About
Dr. Avril Beckford is a pediatrician practicing in Austell, GA. Dr. Beckford is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Beckford 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. Beckford can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ Of Cape Town- Fac Of Med- Cape Town- So Africa 1982
University of Cape Town / Faculty of Health Sciences 1982
University of Cape Town Faculty of Health Sciences 1982
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Anxiety
- Sinusitis
- Anemia
- Asthma
- Ear Infection
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Bronchitis
- Malnutrition
- Tonsillitis
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
Dr. Avril P. Beckford, MD, FAAP's Practice location
Practice At 1810 Mulkey Rd Suite 201
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Regina Robbins M.D.1180 ERNEST W BARRETT PKWY NW KENNESAW GA 30144
- Dr. Briana I Brugner MD3745 Cherokee St Kennesaw GA 30144
- Dr. Sarah Elizabeth Yount MD3745 Cherokee St Nw Kennesaw GA 30144
- Dr. Kathleen Elizabeth Empen M.D.3895 Cherokee St Nw Kennesaw GA 30144
- Dr. Charles L Hutchinson MD205 Hawkins Store Rd Kennesaw GA 30144
- Nicole Davidson MD1180 Ernest W Barrett Pkwy NW Kennesaw Georgia 30144
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