Dr. Sumathi Nambiar MD
Infectious Disease Specialist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Infectious Diseases
111 Michigan Ave Nw Washington DC, 20010About
Dr. Sumathi Nambiar is a pediatric infectious disease specialist practicing in Washington, DC. Dr. Nambiar 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
Vijayanagara Inst Med Sci, Gulbarga Univ, Bellary, Karnataka, India 1985
Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences 1985
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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