
Ms. Poornima Chandra M.D.
Pediatrician
1200 N Howard St Casey Health Center Alexandria VA, 22304About
Dr. Poornima Chandra is a pediatrician practicing in Burke, VA. Dr. Chandra is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Chandra 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. Chandra can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Mechanical Engineering 1998
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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Ms. Poornima Chandra M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 8988 Fern Park Dr
8988 Fern Park Dr -Burke, VA 22015Get Direction
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- Dr. Denise T Balistreri MD4660 Kenmore Ave Alexandria VA 22304
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