Dr. James M Kiwanuka M.D.
Pediatrician
935 Russell Ave Gaithersburg MD, 20879About
Dr. James Kiwanuka is a pediatrician practicing in Gaithersburg, MD. Dr. Kiwanuka is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Kiwanuka diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Kiwanuka can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Makerere Univ, Med Sch, Kampala, Uganda (- Prior /) MD
Makerere University / Medical School 1978
Umanand Prasad School of Medicine 1978
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Eczema
- Dermatitis
- Allergies
- Fever
- Contact Dermatitis
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Bronchitis
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Rash
- Stomach Flu
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