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Desha (Kelly) Bedford, MD, Medicine/Pediatrics, Baltimore, MD

DeshaD B(Kelly)BedfordMD(She/Her)

Medicine/Pediatrics Baltimore, MD

Medical Director, Chesapeake Detention Facility and the Baltimore Youth Detention Center

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  • Office

    Chesapeake Detention Facility
    401 E Madison St
    Baltimore, MD 21202
    Phone+1 410-539-5445
    Fax+1 410-871-7177

Summary

  • Dr. Desha (Kelly) Bedford, MD, serves as the Medical Director for both the Chesapeake Detention Center and the Youth Detention Center in Baltimore, Maryland. She completed her residency in Internal Medicine/Pediatrics at Rutgers Health/New Jersey Medical School from 2000 to 2004, after earning her medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine in 2000. Dr. Bedford is deeply passionate about her work and is unwavering in her commitment to providing high-quality care, ensuring the well-being of her patients with dedication and compassion.

Education & Training

  • Rutgers Health/New Jersey Medical School
    Rutgers Health/New Jersey Medical SchoolResidency, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics, 2000 - 2004
  • Howard University College of Medicine
    Howard University College of MedicineClass of 2000

Certifications & Licensure

  • DC State Medical License
    DC State Medical License 2020 - 2027
  • MD State Medical License
    MD State Medical License 2004 - 2026
  • VA State Medical License
    VA State Medical License 2004 - 2026
  • PA State Medical License
    PA State Medical License 2007 - 2008
  • Internal Medicine
    American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine
  • Pediatrics
    American Board of Pediatrics Pediatrics

Press Mentions

  • Pasteur Act Can Reinvigorate the Broken Antibiotic Market
    Pasteur Act Can Reinvigorate the Broken Antibiotic MarketAugust 6th, 2021

Professional Memberships