Dr. Patricia H Purcell M.D.
Pediatrician
1508 Pennsylvania Ave Suite 2c Wilmington DE, 19806About
Dr. Patricia Purcell is a pediatrician practicing in Wilmington, DE. Dr. Purcell is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Purcell 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. Purcell can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Drexel University College of Medicine 1974
MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV) 1974
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Acne
- Eczema
- Dermatitis
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Contact Dermatitis
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Hernia
- Ear Wax
- Tonsillitis
- Umbilical Hernia
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Menstrual Cramps
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