Dr. Katherine Lord MD
Endocronologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Endocrinology
34th Street & Civic Center Blvd Philadelphia PA, 19104About
Dr. Katherine Lord is a pediatric endocrinologist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Lord specializes in growth, puberty, diabetes or other disorders related to hormones that produce certain conditions in children and growing young adults. Pediatric endocrinologists possess copious knowledge on hormone chemicals and how they can affect other parts of the body and their functions.
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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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