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Dr. Masako Shimamura M.D., Infectious Disease Specialist (Pediatric)
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Dr. Masako Shimamura M.D.

Infectious Disease Specialist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Infectious Diseases

1600 7th Ave S Birmingham AL, 35233

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Dr. Masako Shimamura is a pediatric infectious disease specialist practicing in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Shimamura 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

Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md 1991

Board Certification

PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Infectious Diseases

PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- 1994

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish 26 years of experience

Fellowships

  • University of Alabama at Birmingham    1998

Dr. Masako Shimamura M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 1600 7th Ave S

1600 7th Ave S -
Birmingham, AL 35233
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New patients: 205-939-9538, 205-939-9790
Fax: 205-939-9093

555 S 18TH ST -
COLUMBUS, OH 43205
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New patients: 614-722-8982
Fax: 614-722-4458

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