Dr. Kimberly Ann Chapman M.D.
Geneticist | Clinical Biochemical Genetics
111 Michigan Ave Nw Children's National Washington DC, 20010About
Dr. Kimberly Chapman practices Genetic Medicine in Washington, DC. As a geneticist, Dr. Chapman performs experiments and analyzes data to interpret the inheritance of different traits in patients. A geneticist evaluates, diagnoses, and manages patients? with hereditary conditions or congenital malformations, genetic risk calculations, and mutation analysis. Dr. Chapman carries out studies, tests, and counsels patients with genetic diseases.
Education and Training
University of Nebraska College of Medicine 2002
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Medical GeneticsAmerican Board of Medical GeneticsABMG
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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