Dr. Derek Chu MD
Pediatrician
34th & Civic Center Boulevard, 9nw55 Chop-Pediatric Resid Philadelphia PA, 19104About
Dr. Derek Chu is a pediatrician practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Chu is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Chu 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. Chu can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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