Overview
Alicia Tucker, MD, FAAP, ABOM, is a pediatrician at Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C. and an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at The George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences. She works clinically in child and adolescent obesity medicine with the Children’s National IDEAL Clinic, a multidisciplinary tertiary care weight management program. Over the past decade Dr. Tucker has worked with students, residents, and faculty to support education around pediatric obesity and diet related chronic disease. Her advocacy work centers around how social determinants of health and food insecurity impact access to quality nutrition that is an integral part of disease management. She currently serves as the faculty director of the FLiP Student Patient Navigator Program and the GW Culinary Medicine Program.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Dr. Tucker is board certified in Pediatrics: American Board Of Pediatrics, 2013.
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1801 Mississippi Avenue Southeast, Washington, DC 20020
111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, Childrens National Telemedicine, Washington, DC 20010
111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, Childrens National Telemedicine, Washington, DC 20010
3023 Hamaker Court, Fairfax, VA 22031
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alicia M. Tucker
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alicia M. Tucker?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alicia M. Tucker by calling their office at 202-436-3060. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alicia M. Tucker a top-rated expert for Obesity in Children?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alicia M. Tucker is classified as an Experienced expert for Obesity in Children, 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. Alicia M. Tucker specialize in?
While Dr. Alicia M. Tucker is a Bariatric Medicine, they have specific expertise in Obesity in Children, Autism Spectrum Disorder. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Bariatric Medicine.
Does Dr. Alicia M. Tucker accept my insurance?
Dr. Alicia M. Tucker accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 202-436-3060 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Autism Spectrum DisorderDr. Tucker isExperienced. Learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Tucker isExperienced. Learn about Obesity in Children.