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Lewis First, MD, Pediatrics, Burlington, VT

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Pediatrics • Burlington, VT

Professor and Chair, Department of Pediatrics University of Vermont College of Medicine

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  • Office

    S Prospect St
    Burlington, VT 05405
    Phone+1 802-656-0027
    Fax+1 802-656-2077

Summary

  • Dr. Lewis First is a pediatrician based in Burlington, VT, with a strong background in medical education. He completed his residency in pediatrics at Boston Children’s Hospital from 1980 to 1984, following his graduation from Harvard Medical School in 1980. Dr. First has published multiple articles in leading pediatric journals. He has been recognized in the Who's Who in Medicine and Healthcare and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Education & Training

  • Boston Children’s Hospital/Boston Medical Center
    Boston Children’s Hospital/Boston Medical CenterResidency, Pediatrics, 1984 - 1985
  • Brigham and Women's Hospital
    Brigham and Women's HospitalResidency, Internal Medicine, 1980 - 1984
  • Harvard Medical School
    Harvard Medical SchoolClass of 1980

Certifications & Licensure

  • VT State Medical License
    VT State Medical License 1994 - 2026
  • MA State Medical License
    MA State Medical License 1986 - 2009
  • American Board of Pediatrics Pediatrics

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Whos Who in Medicine and Healthcare Marquis Whos Who
  • Fellow (FAAP) American Academy of Pediatrics

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Authored Content

  • Probiotics May Not Always Be the Hero When It Comes to Preventing Asthma and EczemaAugust 2017

Press Mentions

  • First with Kids: Throwing Out Nutrition Myths
    First with Kids: Throwing Out Nutrition MythsJuly 24th, 2019
  • First with Kids: Barbecue and Picnic Safety
    First with Kids: Barbecue and Picnic SafetyJuly 3rd, 2019
  • Laundry Pods Still a Serious Safety Risk for Kids and People with Dementia, Study Warns
    Laundry Pods Still a Serious Safety Risk for Kids and People with Dementia, Study WarnsJune 4th, 2019
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Professional Memberships

Dr. Lewis First, Dr. Lewis First, MD, Dr. L First, Dr. Lewis R. First