Dr. Kerry S Caperell M.D.
Emergency Physician (Pediatric) | Pediatric Emergency Medicine
231 E Chestnut St Louisville KY, 40202About
Dr. Kerry Caperell is a pediatric emergency medicine physician practicing in Louisville, KY. Dr. Caperell specializes in providing care for critically ill and injured children. Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physicians possess a vast amount of knowledge in areas such as neonatology, critical care and forensic pediatrics. Children involved in automobile accidents, child abuse or near-drowning episodes are frequent cases treated by pediatric emergency medicine physicians.
Education and Training
Drexel University College of Medicine 2005
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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