Pediatrics
Michael Pichichero, MD
Director, Center for Infectious Diseases and Immunology; Vice President, Rochester General Hospital Research Institute
Dr. Michael E. Pichichero is a physician-scientist specializing in pediatric infectious diseases, with additional expertise in adult and pediatric allergy and immunology. He primarily treats children with respiratory infections, including acute otitis media (AOM), vaccine-preventable diseases, and streptococcal pharyngitis. His work focuses on otitis-prone children, investigating immune response deficits to pathogens such as nontypeable Haemophilus influenzae (NTHi) and *Streptococcus pneu
50+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Pediatrics
- Pediatric Infectious Diseases
- Adult and Pediatric Allergy/Immunology
Education & Training
- University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry — M.D., Class of 1976
- University of Rochester Medical Center — Fellowship, Pediatric Infectious Diseases
- University of Rochester Medical Center — Fellowship, Allergy and Immunology
- University of Rochester Medical Center — Residency, Pediatrics, 1978 - 1981
- University of Colorado — Residency, Pediatrics, 1976 - 1978
Recognition & Leadership
Leadership Roles
- Director, Center for Infectious Diseases and Immunology
- Vice President, Rochester General Hospital Research Institute
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Rochester General Hospital Research Institute
Languages
English
Experience
50+ years in practice