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Aurora, CO 80045
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David Higgins, MD, MPH, MS
Provider's Specialties
- Pediatrics
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Get to know David Higgins, MD, MPH, MS
Languages spoken
- English
Experience and background
General pediatrics, child and adolescent health, immunizations, preventive medicine, community health
Undergraduate 2006
Colorado State University (CO)
Graduate 2008
Colorado State University
Medical Education 2013
University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine
Internship 2014
University of Washington Program
Residency 2016
University of Washington Program
Graduate 2023
Colorado School of Public Health
Residency 2023
Colorado School of Public Health Program
For Patients:
My research focuses on enhancing vaccine delivery and communication strategies.
My research focuses on enhancing vaccine delivery and communication strategies.
For Referring Providers:
Community Teaching Award 2020
Montana Family Medicine Residency
Special Achievement Award 2021
American Academy of Pediatrics District VIII
Chapter Appreciation Award 2022
Montana Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics
Emerging Leader 2023
Colorado Public Health Association
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