Mrs. Kimberly Sue Tafuri D.O
Endocronologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Endocrinology
100 NICOLLS RD STONY BROOK NY, 11794About
Dr. Kimberly Tafuri is a pediatric endocrinologist practicing in STONY BROOK, NY. Dr. Tafuri specializes in growth, puberty, diabetes or other disorders related to hormones that produce certain conditions in children and growing young adults. Pediatric endocrinologists possess copious knowledge on hormone chemicals and how they can affect other parts of the body and their functions.
Education and Training
New York College of Osteopathic Medicine / New York Institute of Technology 2006
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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