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Specialties
Medical complications of substance abuse, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), hepatitis C virus (HCV)
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Departments
My Contact Information
- 617.414.4290
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Primary Location
725 Albany Street
9th Floor
Boston, MA 02118
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Pronouns
She/Her
More About Me
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Administrative Title
Louis W. Sullivan, MD, Professor of Medicine and Assistant Professor, Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine -
Residency
Internal Medicine/Pediatrics, Brown University/Rhode Island Hospital-Lifespan -
Fellowship
Infectious Disease, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center -
Board Certifications
Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine -
Special Interests
Medical complications of substance abuse, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), hepatitis C virus (HCV) -
Languages
French
Affiliations
Boston University is a leading private research institution with two primary campuses in the heart of Boston and programs around the world.
As the principal teaching affiliate of Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, Boston Medical Center is devoted to training future generations of healthcare professionals. Learn more about Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine.
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