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Chahira Kozma, MD, Medical Genetics, Washington, DC

Chahira C Kozma MD

Clinical Genetics, Pediatric Medical Genetics


Professor of Pediatrics Chief, Division of Genetics and Developmental Pediatrics

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  • 3800 Reservoir Rd NwDept Of Ped 2hcWashington, DC 20007

  • Phone+1 202-444-8569

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Summary

  • Dr. Chahira Kozma is a medical geneticist based in Washington, DC, with subspecialties in clinical genetics and pediatric medical genetics. She completed her medical education at Damascus University Faculty of Medicine in 1972, followed by an internship at Atlantic Health System and a pediatrics residency at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University. Dr. Kozma has published several scholarly articles, including works on ancient Egyptian dwarfs and skeletal dysplasia, with citations in reputable journals like the American Journal of Medical Genetics. She was recognized as a Regional Top Doctor by Castle Connolly in 2014.
    She is fully retired and no longer providing any clinical services.

Education & Training

  • SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University
    SUNY Downstate Health Sciences UniversityResidency, Pediatrics, 1974 - 1976
  • Atlantic Health System
    Atlantic Health SystemInternship, Transitional Year, 1973 - 1974
  • Damascus University Faculty of Medicine
    Damascus University Faculty of MedicineClass of 1972

Certifications & Licensure

  • DC State Medical License
    DC State Medical License 1978 - 2020
  • VA State Medical License
    VA State Medical License 1980 - 2016
  • MD State Medical License
    MD State Medical License 1978 - 2008
  • Clinical Genetics
    American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics Clinical Genetics
  • Pediatrics
    American Board of Pediatrics Pediatrics
  • Developmental Disabilities
    Board of Neurodevelopmental DisabilitiesDevelopmental Disabilities

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Regional Top Doctor Castle Connolly, 2014

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

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