Overview
Dr. Kennedy is a board-certified and fellowship-trained pediatric surgeon. His clinical interests include pediatric trauma, pediatric urology and minimally invasive surgery. His research interests include surgical education and quality and safety in pediatric surgery. Dr. Kennedy earned his medical degree from Drexel University. He completed his residency at Geisinger Medical Center, and his fellowship in pediatric surgery at Children's Mercy Hospital. He completed a fellowship in pediatric urology at Alfred I. Dupont Hospital for Children. Dr. Kennedy is certified by the American Board of Surgery in surgery and pediatric surgery.
Dr. Kennedy is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Meckel's Diverticulum, Atresia of Small Intestine, Cloacal Exstrophy, and Compartment Syndrome.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
100 North Academy Avenue, Danville, PA 17822
132 Abigail Lane, Port Matilda, PA 16870
190 Welles Street, Suite 122, Forty Fort, PA 18704
166 Hanover Street, Suite 105, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
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Dr. Kennedy has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alfred P. Kennedy
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alfred P. Kennedy?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alfred P. Kennedy by calling their office at 800-275-6401. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alfred P. Kennedy a top-rated expert for Meckel's Diverticulum?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alfred P. Kennedy is classified as an Advanced expert for Meckel's Diverticulum, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Alfred P. Kennedy specialize in?
While Dr. Alfred P. Kennedy is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Meckel's Diverticulum, Atresia of Small Intestine, and Cloacal Exstrophy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Alfred P. Kennedy participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Alfred P. Kennedy has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Meckel's Diverticulum. You can view a list of Dr. Alfred P. Kennedy's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Alfred P. Kennedy accept my insurance?
Dr. Alfred P. Kennedy accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-275-6401 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- Atresia of Small IntestineDr. Kennedy isAdvanced. Learn about Atresia of Small Intestine.
- Meckel's DiverticulumDr. Kennedy isAdvanced. Learn about Meckel's Diverticulum.
- Experienced
- Cloacal ExstrophyDr. Kennedy isExperienced. Learn about Cloacal Exstrophy.
- Compartment SyndromeDr. Kennedy isExperienced. Learn about Compartment Syndrome.