Dr. Linda B Shalon MD
Gastroenterologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Gastroenterology
593 Eddy St Lower Level Providence RI, 02903About
Dr. Linda Shalon is a pediatric gastroenterologist practicing in Providence, RI. Dr. Shalon specializes in digestive system, liver or nutritional problems in children from the newborn period to their teens. Conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance, chronic constipation or obesity can all be treated by a pediatric gastroenterologist.
Education and Training
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine 1986
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Crohn's Disease
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Gastritis
- Pain
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