Dr. Richard Abel M.D.
Pediatrician
5901 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ne Suite B-420 Atlanta GA, 30328About
Dr. Richard Abel is a pediatrician practicing in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Abel is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Abel 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. Abel can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc 1970
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Dr. Richard Abel M.D.'s Practice location
Dr. Richard Abel M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Abel
Recommended Articles
- Autism Parenting: Planning Safety Measures Post-Diagnosis
It can be really scary for a parent to hear about anything that might be wrong with their child. Autism is no exception. It’s one of the most common disorders affecting people from all over the world. No matter how common this disorder is, it still doesn’t make it any easier for a parent to...
- Can Autism Run in the Family?
The answer to the simple question of whether autism runs in the family is not clear. The fact of the matter is that autism most commonly runs in the family and is considered as the most heritable condition among other neuropsychiatric conditions. On the other hand, ASD mainly occurs through de novo...
- Why Should I Breastfeed My Baby?
Babies thrive on the breast milk from their mothers. A mother's milk is rich in minerals, vitamins, carbohydrates, protein, and the fat that babies need.How Does My Baby Benefit from Breastfeeding?A mother’s milk contains two main proteins, whey (60-70%) and casein (30-40%). Breast feeding is...
- Allergy Reality Launches Tools for Advocating and Educating Those with Food Sensitivities
The beginning of a new school year is an exciting time for students and parents alike. Many students look forward to meeting up with friends and sharing about their summer vacation adventures. Also, there’s the prospect of meeting new teachers and learning more about the world around them as well...
- Encephalitis in Children
Encephalitis in ChildrenEncephalitis means inflammation of the brain. The condition is usually caused by viruses. Encephalitis is a rare disease that affects approximately 0.5 per 100,000 individuals. Children, the elderly, and those with an impaired immune system are commonly affected by the...
- Does My Child Have Chicken Pox?
The chicken pox virus is dangerous for pregnant women who were not vaccinated or did not undergo this infectious disease before pregnancy. The toxic part of the virus can lead to congenital (inborn) defects in a fetus and in severe cases, even to its death. The causing agent is a virus called...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Marc A Tanenbaum MD6300 Powers Ferry Road Atlanta GA 30339
- Dr. Julius Sherwinter MD1428 DUNWOODY VILLAGE PKWY DUNWOODY GA 30338
- Dr. Toni Petrillo M.D.1405 Clifton Rd Ne Atlanta GA 30322
- Dr. Neeru Khanna M.D.3784 Satellite Blvd Duluth GA 30096
- Dr. George Katsitadze MD PHD976 Killian Hill Road Lilburn Georgia 30047
- Dr. Prakash V. Desai MD1664 Mulkey Road Austell Georgia 30106