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Dr. Shirley Otesia Barr M.D., Neurologist (Pediatric)
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Dr. Shirley Otesia Barr M.D.

Neurologist (Pediatric) | Neurodevelopmental Disabilities

6200 2nd St Nw Washington DC, 20011
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Dr. Shirley Barr is a child neurologist practicing in Washington, DC. Dr. Barr 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. Barr 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

Univ of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa 1977

Board Certification

PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish 40 years of experience

Dr. Shirley Otesia Barr M.D.'s Practice location

Shirley Barr, MD

6200 2nd St Nw -
Washington, DC 20011
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New patients: 202-722-2300
Fax: 202-722-2383

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