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Erica Del Grippo, DO is a pediatric cardiologist in Concord Township, PA specializing in pediatric cardiology. She graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2012 and has 13 years of experience. Erica Del Grippo, DO is affiliated with Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic and Nemours Children's Health.
101 Applied Bank Boulevard Suite 11
Concord Township, PA 19342
1600 Rockland Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
200 Cleaver Farm Road Suite 201
Middletown, DE 19709
Lung Issues
Every cell in the body requires oxygen to function and produces carbon dioxide as a waste product. In order to keep the body's tissues constantly supplied with fresh oxygen and to keep waste from building up, the lungs pump air in and out, even while sleeping or unaware. Unfortunately, diseases and disorders affecting the lungs are some of the most common medical problems afflicting people around the world. Some of the most common lung problems include asthma, COPD, pneumonia, and lung cancer.
Asthma is a chronic disease where swollen, inflamed airways make it hard to breathe. It is often brought on by specific triggers. While asthma is a common condition, affecting millions of people, it can also be serious and even fatal in severe cases. Treatment involves avoiding triggers and using inhaled corticosteroid medications.
COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, is the name given to two illnesses that both cause difficulty breathing: emphysema and chronic bronchitis. In emphysema, the air sacs of the lungs become damaged, while with bronchitis they become clogged with mucus. COPD is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. It is almost always caused by breathing irritants into the lungs, such as smoking or heavy pollution.
Pneumonia is a lung infection that can be caused by bacteria, a virus, or fungi. Most healthy people recover from pneumonia in a week or two, but for some people pneumonia can be fatal. There are treatments available for pneumonia, but the best treatment is to prevent getting sick in the first place. People who are at risk should make sure they get a flu shot every year. There is also a vaccine available for the type of bacteria that causes pneumonia.
Lung cancer occurs when abnormal cells inside the lung grow into a tumor, destroying healthy tissue. Because it is so difficult to detect lung cancer in early stages when it has few symptoms, it is the deadliest form of cancer, responsible for the most cancer deaths both in the U.S. and worldwide. Most lung cancer is caused by exposure to tobacco smoke, but between 10-15% of cases are not linked to smoking.
Some problems with the lungs are minor and are not cause for concern. However if symptoms have lasted for a month or more, even if they are minor, it is worth checking with a healthcare professional. A cough, shortness of breath, or excess mucus production that lingers for weeks are all worth getting looked at.
Erica Del Grippo, DO graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2012. She completed residency at Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children. She is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics/General Pediatrics American Board of Pediatrics/Pediatric Cardiology and has a state license in Delaware.
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (2012)
Residency: Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children
Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics/General Pediatrics American Board of Pediatrics/Pediatric Cardiology
Licensed In: Delaware
Erica Del Grippo, DO is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Erica Del Grippo, DO appears to accept the following insurance providers: Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna HMO, Great-West Healthcare, Fidelis Care, MultiPlan PPO, AmeriHealth, Devon Health, United Healthcare, Aetna, TRICARE, Medicaid, Humana, First Health, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Geisinger Health Plan, US Family Health Plan, WellPoint, Three Rivers Provider Network, Insurance Administrators of America, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware *PA Loc NONContiguous to DE*, UPMC MCAID/CHIP PA DE, Olympus Managed Healthcare PPO DE/PA, Delaware Medicare, Preferred Healthcare PPO, Carefirst MD Community Health Plan Mcaid, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Pennsylvania, Global Medical Managment DE/PA, Plan Vista/NPPN PPO, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware *PA Loc Contiguous to DE*, Lifetrac Transplant, Qualcare HMO/POS/PPO, INTEGRA Administrative Group (ClaimsBridge) and Star Healthcare Network.
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Dr. Erica Del Grippo is a specialist in pediatric cardiology. She attended medical school at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Del Grippo's residency was performed at Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children and Jefferson University Hospitals. Her areas of expertise include atrial septal defect, pulmonary atresia, and tetralogy of fallot. She seems to honor Blue California, Fidelis Care, and Coventry, as well as other insurance carriers. Dr. Del Grippo is professionally affiliated with Nemours Children's Health and Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic.
