Dr. Philippa Ruth Gordon MD
Pediatrician
33 8th Ave Brooklyn NY, 11217About
Dr. Philippa Gordon is a pediatrician practicing in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Gordon is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Gordon 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. Gordon can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny 1986
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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