Dr. Susan E Levy M.D.
Neurologist (Pediatric) | Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
34th & Civic Center Blvd Children's Hospital Philadelphia PA, 19104About
Dr. Susan Levy is a child neurologist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Levy specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the nervous system in children from birth to young adulthood. With combined understanding of childhood illness and the special needs of each individual child and their family, Dr. Levy is able to help each patient improve the status of their health. Conditions such as seizures, delayed speech, weakness or frequent headaches are treated by child neurologists.
Education and Training
Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia Pa 1978
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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