
Dr. Leah M. Alexander, MD
Pediatrician
20-20 Fair Lawn Ave Pediatricare Associa Fair Lawn NJ, 07410About
Dr. Leah Alexander is a pediatrician practicing in Fair Lawn, NJ who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, she provides medical and preventative health care for infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. This includes treating infections, injuries, and other childhood medical conditions. Dr. Alexander manages the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine 1997
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Awards
- NJ's Favorite Kids' Docs 2014 New Jersey Family Magazine
- NJ's Favorite Kids' Docs 2010 New Jersey Family Magazine
- NJ's Favorite Kids' Docs 2018 New Jersey Family Magazine
- NJ's Favorite Kids' Docs 2015 New Jersey Family Magazine
- Metropolitan Who's Who Registry 2007 Metropolitan Who's Who
Treatments
- Ear Infection
- Tonsillitis
- Strep Throat
Articles and Publications
- Dr. Alexander provides her pediatric expertise to clients on a freelance basis as a medical writer, editor, and contributor.
Favorite Place to Vacation
- I have had the opportunity to visit countries on six continents. Some of my favorite places are Vietnam, Spain, and Australia.
Hobbies / Sports
- Dr. Alexander owned and operated, Global Palate, a catering business from 2008 to 2014.
Dr. Leah M. Alexander, MD's Practice location
Pediatric Care Associates
20-20 Fair Lawn Ave Pediatricare Associa -Fair Lawn, NJ 07410Get Direction
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230 EAST RIDGEWOOD AVE PARAMUS NJ 7652