Dr. Claiborne Bernard Childs M.D.
Internist
3400 SPRUCE ST PHILADELPHIA PA, 19104About
Dr. Claiborne Childs is an internist practicing in PHILADELPHIA, PA. Dr. Childs specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Childs provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
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