Dr. Prabha Viswanathan M.D.
Infectious Disease Specialist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Infectious Diseases
34th & Civic Center Blvd. Children's Hospital Philadelphia PA, 19104About
Dr. Prabha Viswanathan is a pediatric infectious disease specialist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Viswanathan 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.
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