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Dr. Melissa Danko is a surgeon specializing in pediatric cases, bringing over two decades of medical expertise to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed her residency at Monroe Carell Jr Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt. With 21 years of experience in surgical care, Dr. Danko focuses on providing specialized treatment for young patients. She is fluent in English.
Dr. Danko maintains affiliations with Vanderbilt University Medical Center and practices at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Pediatric Surgery in Atlanta, Georgia. She treats children with appendicitis, birth defects, and problems affecting the esophagus. Her surgical expertise includes removing appendixes, performing gastrointestinal procedures, and conducting liver and bile duct operations. Dr. Danko's experience allows her to handle complex pediatric surgical cases with precision and care.
Dr. Danko maintains affiliations with Vanderbilt University Medical Center and practices at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Pediatric Surgery in Atlanta, Georgia. She treats children with appendicitis, birth defects, and problems affecting the esophagus. Her surgical expertise includes removing appendixes, performing gastrointestinal procedures, and conducting liver and bile duct operations. Dr. Danko's experience allows her to handle complex pediatric surgical cases with precision and care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 21 years of experience
- 15 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Monroe Carell Jr Childrens Hospital At Vanderbilt
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Pediatric Surgery
2174 N Druid Hills Rd NeAtlanta, GA 30329 Tel: (404) 785-5437
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Melissa Danko
Medical Specialties
Melissa Danko has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Melissa Danko has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
21 Years Experience
Melissa Danko holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Georgia and Tennessee.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Georgia that expires in 2027 and an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Monroe Carell Jr Childrens Hospital At Vanderbilt.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine in 2005.
NPI Number
Melissa Danko's NPI number is 1306013719.
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- Where is Melissa Danko's office located?
- Melissa Danko's office is located at 2174 N Druid Hills Rd Ne, Atlanta, GA, 30329.
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- What languages does Melissa Danko speak?
- Melissa Danko speaks English.
- Which hospitals is Melissa Danko affiliated with?
- Melissa Danko is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
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