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Dr. Blessy Methikalam, MD

Pediatrics* Age 51
Dr. Blessy Methikalam, MD
4.7 (3 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Blessy Methikalam, MD
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Dr. Blessy Methikalam, MD

Pediatrics* Age 51
Philadelphia, PA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Blessy Methikalam, MD is a Pediatrician in Philadelphia, PA.

About

Dr. Methikalam graduated from Howard University and completed a residency at Jacobi Medical Center Bronx Ny. Dr. Blessy Methikalam, MD is a Pediatrician in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Methikalam currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. At present, Dr. Methikalam received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 3 times. Dr. Methikalam's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Methikalam also speaks Malayalam. Dr. Methikalam is board certified in Pediatrics and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Low Wait Times

Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.

Compare with other Pediatricians

Compare Dr. Methikalam with our nearby Pediatricians at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
These providers are on the medical staff of Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
These providers are on the medical staff of Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.
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Locations

  1. 1 Philadelphia Health Center Pharmacy
    131 E Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
  2. 2 Health Care Center 5
    1900 N 20th St, Philadelphia, PA 19121
  3. 3 Philadelphia Health Center Pharmacy
    2230 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19149
  4. 4 Philadelphia Dept. of Public Health Strawberry Mansion Health Center
    2840 W Dauphin St, Philadelphia, PA 19132

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4.7
Based on 3 Reviews
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Jul 26, 2023
Dr Blessy has the sweetest spirit, she's patient, listens to you and explains everything so you cam understand, and she's also very thorough.
Tee — Jul 26, 2023
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Languages Spoken
Malayalam
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Specialties*
Pediatrics
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Education

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  • Howard University
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  • Pediatrics
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Residency Hospital
  • Jacobi Medical Center Bronx Ny
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Blessy Methikalam, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Methikalam's profile.

Dr. Blessy Methikalam, MD is affiliated with Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

Yes, Dr. Blessy Methikalam, MD holds board certification in Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

    3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA