Dr. Masako Shimamura M.D.
Infectious Disease Specialist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Infectious Diseases
1600 7th Ave S Birmingham AL, 35233About
Dr. Masako Shimamura is a pediatric infectious disease specialist practicing in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Shimamura specializes in recurring or persistent diseases caused by bacteria, parasites or fungus in infants, children and adolescents. Pediatric infectious disease specialists also provide consultation to other health care professionals dealing with complex cases.
Education and Training
Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md 1991
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Infectious Diseases
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- 1994
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Fellowships
- University of Alabama at Birmingham 1998
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