Dr. Melissa Grageda M.D.
Pediatrician
355 Bard Ave Staten Island NY, 10310About
Dr. Melissa Grageda is a pediatrician practicing in New York, New York. Dr. Grageda is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pediatrician, Dr. Grageda 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. Grageda can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Provider Details
Awards
- Attending Physician of the Year 2016 Richmond University Medical Center
- District Meeting Travel Grant 2017 American Academy of Pediatrics
Professional Memberships
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Fellowships
- Penn State Children's Hospital
Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy of Pediatrics, Society of Critical Care Medicine
Hobbies / Sports
- Running, Traveling
Favorite professional publications
- Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Journal
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