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Marthe K. P. dela Cruz, MD

Assistant Professor of Clinical Pediatrics - Primary Care

About

I enjoy pediatrics because of the opportunity to educate families and children on healthy beahviors that they will hopefully maintain into adulthood. I have a particular interest in trying to prevent childhood obesity, and have been involved with local groups that have similar goals.

Education

School: 
University of Illinois, Champaign, IL
Medical School: 
SIU School of Medicine, Springfield, IL
Residency: 
University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA - Pediatrics

Tabs

Featured In

“How to know if your child has diabetes “–www.behealthysprinfield.com
online public article about the difference between Diabetes types 1&2
“Childhood Obesity: A major health Problem” – www.sj-r.com with Ruth Slotag
Online public article and radio interview about rising pediatric obesity rates
“Cold Weather Gear” – with Ruth Slotag
Online public article and radio interview about appropriate winter wear
Live Radio Interview (2014?) -5min interview about screen time and how it relates to obesity

Printable CV: 
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