Overview
Sahira Long, MD, IBCLC, FAAP, FABM, is a board certified pediatrician and lactation consultant, and a Fellow of the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine. She is a graduate of the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, where she is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics. She is Medical Director for Anacostia in medically under-served southeast Washington, D.C., and for the Children’s National East of the River Lactation Support Center. Dr. Long has been involved in breastfeeding advocacy on the national, state and local level. She has served as president of the D.C. Breastfeeding Coalition and a member of the D.C. Lactation Commission since their inception in 2004 and 2016 respectively. She currently serves as Co-Chair for the United States Breastfeeding Committee’s CRASH Committee that oversees the organization’s diversity and inclusion efforts. She is also a member of the Board of Directors for Reaching Our Sisters Everywhere and the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine.
Dr. Long is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) and Obesity in Children.
Dr. Long is board certified in Pediatrics: American Board Of Pediatrics, 2004. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 86 peer reviewed articles.
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2101 M L K Jr Avenue Southeast, Washington, DC 20020
111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, Childrens National Telemedicine, Washington, DC 20010
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sahira A. Long
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sahira A. Long?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sahira A. Long by calling their office at 202-476-6900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sahira A. Long a top-rated expert for Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sahira A. Long is classified as an Distinguished expert for Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), 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. Sahira A. Long specialize in?
While Dr. Sahira A. Long is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Obesity in Children. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Sahira A. Long participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sahira A. Long has published 86 articles and abstracts on conditions like Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). You can view a list of Dr. Sahira A. Long's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sahira A. Long accept my insurance?
Dr. Sahira A. Long accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 202-476-6900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)Dr. Long isDistinguished. Learn about Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).
- Experienced
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Long isExperienced. Learn about Obesity in Children.