Dr. Dahlia Philips-rodriguez M.D.,

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Get to know Infectious Disease Specialist Dr. Dahlia Philips, who serves the population of New York. Dr. Dahlia Philips is a highly respected and experienced physician, having been in practice for over a decade. Her career in medicine began when she graduated with her Medical Degree from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. After medical school, Dr. Philips completed her Internal Medicine residency with Beth Israel Medical Center in New York, where she was named Chief Resident. Driven to further her expertise and knowledge, she undertook her Infectious Diseases fellowship at the Beth Israel Medical Center. Dr. Philips is certified in Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases by the American Board of Internal Medicine, and has dedicated her life to delivering compassionate care. She is determined to enhance her patients’ quality of life, providing high quality, individualized care in order to ensure the most optimal results. With a passion for her work, Dr. Philips is noted for her expertise in internal medicine, acute care, and critical care. She currently practices with Summit Medical Group, and is affiliated with St. Barnabas Medical Center and Morristown Medical Center. Infectious disease specialists identify whether the disease is caused by germs, ranging from flu to hospital acquired infections to pneumonia, often discovered through blood tests and then determine what course of treatment, if any, is necessary.

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