
Dr. Joel Waddell DO
Infectious Disease Specialist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Infectious Diseases
2401 GILLHAM RD KANSAS CITY MO, 64108About
Dr. Joel Waddell is a pediatric infectious disease specialist practicing in KANSAS CITY, MO. Dr. Waddell 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
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Provider Details
Residency
- University of Kansas School of Medicine Program
Dr. Joel Waddell DO's Practice location
Practice At 3901 Rainbow Blvd M/S 4004
3901 Rainbow Blvd M/S 4004 -Kansas City, KS 66160Get Direction
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Christopher Joseph Harrison M.D.2401 Gillham Rd Kansas City MO 64108
- Dr. Douglas Scott Swanson MD2401 Gillham Rd Kansas City MO 64108
- Dr. Jason Guy Newland MD2401 Gillham Rd Kansas City MO 64108
- Dr. Barbara Pahud MD MPH FAAP2401 Gillham Rd Kansas City MO 64108
- Dr. Susana Chavez-bueno MD2401 GILLHAM RD KANSAS CITY MO 64108
- Dr. Mary anne Jackson MD2401 Gillham Rd Kansas City MO 64108
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