AUTHOR

Luke Prest MD

(he/him)

Licensing & Certifications:

Medical Physician – Pennsylvania (License number MD477503)
Board Certified Pediatrician by the American Board of Pediatrics

Professional Background

Luke Prest is an accomplished pediatrician who has been providing medical care to children since 2019. A graduate of the University of Iowa in 2016, he received extensive training in the underlying aspects of health such as anatomy, physiology, and medications. Through his medical training, he developed a deep understanding of the diagnosis, treatment, and management of various disorders.

After medical school, Dr. Prest went on to complete a three-year pediatric residency at the Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, MO. During his residency, he managed the care of patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. He graduated with a focus on pediatric advocacy, which he believes is crucial to his role as a pediatrician.

Dr. Prest is currently a pediatrician for the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, seeing patients in his office, as well as seeing newborns in the newborn nursery. Prior to this position, he was a pediatrician for Mosaic Life Care in Saint Joseph, MO.

Professional Affiliations

American Academy of Pediatrics
The American Board of Pediatrics – Board Certified Pediatrician

Education

Pediatric Residency, Children’s Mercy Hospital
Medical Degree, University of Iowa – Carver College of Medicine
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry, University of Iowa

Areas of Focus

Dr. Luke Prest specializes in the medical care and treatment of infants, children, and adolescents.

Child development and behavior, including physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development
Chronic pediatric diseases such as asthma, allergies, and eczema.
Adolescent mental health including ADHD, depression, and anxiety
Preventative care for children, including well visits, screenings, and counseling
Newborn medicine

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“Mental health disorders are problems that permeate throughout our society and come with negative associations and stigmas. Everyone has either dealt with mental health problems in their own lives or know someone who has. As difficult as it may seem, there is always hope and help available. For those struggling with their mental health, the bravest thing to do is to reach out to a trusted friend, family member, or medical professional for help.’”

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