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Summary
Dr. Louisa Whitesides specializes in geriatric medicine and internal medicine, focusing her practice on the comprehensive care of older adults. She earned her medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine and completed her residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. With a decade of clinical experience, Dr. Whitesides brings expertise in managing the complex health needs that often accompany aging. She provides care in English to serve her diverse patient population.
Dr. Whitesides practices at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and maintains locations throughout Washington, DC, and Silver Spring, Maryland. Her clinical focus includes treating anemia of chronic disease and cognitive impairment, including Alzheimer's disease. She performs essential diagnostic procedures such as complete blood counts and chemistry panels to monitor her patients' overall health. Creatinine and creatinine clearance testing allows her to assess kidney function, which is …particularly important in older adults who may be at increased risk for kidney-related complications.
Read More Read less Dr. Whitesides practices at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and maintains locations throughout Washington, DC, and Silver Spring, Maryland. Her clinical focus includes treating anemia of chronic disease and cognitive impairment, including Alzheimer's disease. She performs essential diagnostic procedures such as complete blood counts and chemistry panels to monitor her patients' overall health. Creatinine and creatinine clearance testing allows her to assess kidney function, which is …particularly important in older adults who may be at increased risk for kidney-related complications.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 10 years of experience
- speaks English
- Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 8 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Louisa Wall Whitesides has 8 locationsGW Geriatrics & Palliative Care - Foggy Bottom South Pavilion
2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW Fl 3Washington, DC 20037Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
GW Geriatrics & Palliative Care - Foggy Bottom South Pavilion
2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW # 3Washington, DC 20037The Gw Medical Faculty Associates
2150 Pennsylvania Ave NwWashington, DC 20037 Tel: (202) 741-3000
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Foggy Bottom South Pavilion - Geriatrics & Palliative Care
22nd & I Street, NW 3rd FloorWashington, DC 20037Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center
11890 Healing WaySilver Spring, MD 20904 Tel: (240) 637-4000
GW Geriatrics & Palliative Care - Foggy Bottom South Pavilion
3050 Military Rd NWWashington, DC 20015Compare with Similar Doctors
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| Geriatric Medicine | Geriatric Medicine | Hospital Medicine | Infectious Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 10 Years of Experience | 63 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks French, English | ||
| Washington , DC | Vienna , VA | Brockton , MA | Washington , DC |
| Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine | Med School: Faculte De Medecine Universite Daix-Marseille Amu | Med School: SETH GS MEDICAL COLLEGE | Med School: Maharashtra Institute Of Medical Education & Research (Mimer) |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Louisa Wall Whitesides has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Louisa Wall Whitesides has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
10 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, District Of Columbia, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania
Medical School
Emory University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2016
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- What languages does Dr. Louisa Whitesides speak?
- Dr. Louisa Whitesides speaks English.
- Where is Dr. Louisa Whitesides's office located?
- Dr. Louisa Whitesides's office is located at 2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW Fl 3, Washington, DC, 20037.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Louisa Whitesides affiliated with?
- Dr. Louisa Whitesides is affiliated with Penn Presbyterian Medical Center.
- Does Dr. Louisa Whitesides accept my insurance?
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