Dr. Steven Edward Spencer M.D.
Infectious Disease Specialist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Infectious Diseases
16900 Georgia Ave N. W. Washington DC, 20307About
Dr. Steven Spencer is a pediatric infectious disease specialist practicing in Washington, DC. Dr. Spencer specializes in recurring or persistent diseases caused by bacteria, parasites or fungus in infants, children and adolescents. Pediatric infectious disease specialists also provide consultation to other health care professionals dealing with complex cases.
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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Infectious Diseases
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- Dr. Patrick Wilson Hickey M.D.6900 Georgia Ave Nw Washington DC 20307
- Dr. Merlin Lee Robb M.D.WRAMC, BLDG 2, DEPARTMENT OF PEDIATRICS WASHINGTON DC DC 20307
- Dr. Peter Michael Zawadsky M.D.6900 Georgia Ave Nw Washington DC 20307
- Dr. Matthew Daniel Eberly M.D.6900 Georgia Ave, Nw Washington DC 20307
- Dr. Linda L Lewis M.D.WRAMC, BLDG 2, DEPARTMENT OF PEDIATRICS WASHINGTON DC 20307
- Dr. Michael Rajnik M.D.6900 Georgia Ave NW Washington DC 20307