Dr. Ingrid I Alexander MD
Allergist and Immunologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Allergy/Immunology
2901 Old Jacksonville Rd Springfield IL, 62704About
Dr. Ingrid Alexander practices Pediatric Allergy Medicine in Springfield, IL. A pediatric allergist/immunologist finds and treats allergies and immune system problems that child patients suffer from. Dr. Alexander treats the reactions caused by pet dander, pollen, dust, mold spores, insect stings, food, and medications; those reactions include asthma, hay fever, hives, eczema, or a very severe and unusual reaction called anaphylaxis.
Education and Training
Southern Il Univ Sch Of Med- Springfield Il 1979
Southern Illinois University At Edwardsville 1979
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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