Dr. Patroula Smpokou M.D.
Geneticist | Clinical Genetics (M.D.)
111 Michigan Ave NW Washington DC, 20010About
Dr. Patroula Smpokou practices Genetic Medicine in Washington, DC. As a geneticist, Dr. Smpokou performs experiments and analyzes data to interpret the inheritance of different traits in patients. A geneticist evaluates, diagnoses, and manages patients with hereditary conditions or congenital malformations, genetic risk calculations, and mutation analysis. Dr. Smpokou carries out studies, tests, and counsels patients with genetic diseases.
Education and Training
University of Central Florida College of Medicine 2007
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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