Emily P Whitfield M.D.
Gastroenterologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Gastroenterology
300 N GRAHAM ST STE 420 PORTLAND OR, 97227About
Dr. Emily Whitfield is a pediatric gastroenterologist practicing in PORTLAND, OR. Dr. Whitfield specializes in digestive system, liver or nutritional problems in children from the newborn period to their teens. Conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance, chronic constipation or obesity can all be treated by a pediatric gastroenterologist.
Education and Training
University of Massachusetts / Worcester Campus 2007
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