Dr. Catherine S Lachenauer MD
Infectious Disease Specialist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Infectious Diseases
300 Longwood Ave Boston MA, 02115About
Dr. Catherine Lachenauer is a pediatric infectious disease specialist practicing in Boston, MA. Dr. Lachenauer specializes in recurring or persistent diseases caused by bacteria, parasites or fungus in infants, children and adolescents. Pediatric infectious disease specialists also provide consultation to other health care professionals dealing with complex cases.
Education and Training
Univ of Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1988
University of Illinois College of Medicine
University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine 1988
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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- Fever
- Lyme Disease
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