
Dr. Christopher Lee Slocum MD
Pediatrician
10 E Washington St Painesville OH, 44077About
Dr. Christopher Slocum is a pediatrician practicing in Painesville, OH. Dr. Slocum is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Slocum 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. Slocum can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh 2000
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
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