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Hospital for Children

Physicians and Staff

Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine

The Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine Division offers general and specialized comprehensive care to adolescents 12-25 years of age. Division faculty members are available from the disciplines of medicine, nursing, nutrition, psychology and social work.


Ligia Peralta, M.D. Ligia Peralta, M.D.
Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Division Head
Special Interests: HIV Infection; Chronic Illnesses; Sexually Transmitted Diseases; Teen Pregnancy; Family Planning; Youth Risk Behaviors
Certification: Pediatrics; Adolescent Medicine
410-328-8336 (TEEN)/appointments
410-328-6495/academic office


Ricardo D. LaGrange, Ph.D.
Research Psychologist
Special Interests: Prevent the spread of HIV and support services for those youth already infected.
Medical Degree: Howard University (Ph.D.)
Residency: University of Maryland School of Medicine
Fellowship: University of Maryland School of Medicine, Center for School Mental Health Assistance
Certification: Pediatrics
410-328-8336 (TEEN)/appointments
410-328-6495/academic office


Mary Rackson, C.R.N.P., M.P.H.
Nurse Practioner
Special Interests: Adolescent Health.
Medical Degree: M.S., University of Maryland; M.P.H., Johns Hopkins School of Public Health
410-328-8336 (TEEN)/appointments
410-328-2991/academic office


This page was last updated on: February 13, 2008.

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1-800-492-5538 (patients) or 1-800-373-4111 (physicians).