Dr. Melissa Lauren Shapiro, MD

Dr. Melissa Shapiro is a gastroenterologist who specializes in pediatric care, combining expertise in digestive health with focused attention on children's unique medical needs. She earned her medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and brings 11 years of experience to her practice. Her dual specialization allows her to address complex gastrointestinal conditions specifically within the pediatric population.

Dr. Shapiro is affiliated with Saint Christopher's Hospital for Children and practices at multiple Baltimore locations, including The Herman and Walter Samuelson Children's Hospital at Sinai, Grace Medical Center, and Sinai Hospital of Baltimore. She treats patients experiencing abdominal pain and nausea, including expectant mothers dealing with pregnancy-related abdominal discomfort. Her procedural expertise includes upper endoscopy procedures and specialized sedation techniques, ensuring young patients receive comfortable and effective diagnostic …care.