Dr. Melissa Ann Kennedy M.D.
Gastroenterologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Gastroenterology
3400 Civic Center Blvd Pediatric Gastroente Philadelphia PA, 19104About
Dr. Melissa Kennedy is a pediatric gastroenterologist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Kennedy specializes in digestive system, liver or nutritional problems in children from the newborn period to their teens. Conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance, chronic constipation or obesity can all be treated by a pediatric gastroenterologist.
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Gastroenterology
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Professional Memberships
- Fellow Member, s' Committee Member, Training Committee
Fellowships
- Hepatology and Nutrition - The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA Gastroenterology
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