Debora Duro, MD

Brazilian physician specialized in pediatric gastroenterology

Dr. Debora Duro is a Brazilian physician specialized in pediatric gastroenterology, practicing in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She earned her medical degree from Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul in Porto Alegre, Brazil, and built an international medical career focused on children and adolescents with complex gastrointestinal, nutritional, and liver-related conditions. She is board-certified in Pediatric Gastroenterology and is associated with Nicklaus Children’s / Broward Health, with clinical focus areas that include intestinal rehabilitation, pediatric nutrition, and advanced care for children with digestive disorders.

Her training includes a Master of Science in Dietetics and Nutrition from Florida International University, pediatric residency and research fellowship at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, and fellowship training in Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition through Harvard Medical School / Boston Children’s Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital. Her clinical interests include intestinal rehabilitation, home parenteral nutrition, nutrition support, pediatric endoscopy and colonoscopy, g-tube feeding, blenderized diets, plant-based nutrition, gastroesophageal reflux disease, celiac disease, irritable bowel syndrome, abdominal pain, and pediatric lifestyle medicine.

Pediatric gastroenterology requires highly specialized care because digestive, nutritional, and liver-related conditions in childhood can affect growth, development, feeding, daily comfort, and family quality of life. For Brazilian and international families in South Florida, Dr. Duro’s Brazilian medical background, multilingual communication, and experience in leading pediatric institutions may provide important support for children who require careful diagnosis, nutritional planning, and long-term gastrointestinal care.

Areas Commonly Associated with Pediatrics

• Child Wellness Exams
• Preventive Pediatric Care
• Growth and Development Monitoring
• Childhood Immunizations
• School and Sports Physicals
• Acute Childhood Illnesses
• Adolescent Health
• Family Health Education

Accepted Insurance Providers: Oscar Health, Ambetter Health, Cigna Healthcare

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