Title: Emeritus Chief of the Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine
Company: Children’s National Medical Center
Location: Bethesda, Maryland, United States
Lawrence D’Angelo, MD, MPH, emeritus chief of the division of adolescent and young adult medicine at Children’s National Medical Center, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Doctors for dedication, achievements, and leadership in health care.
With over five decades of experience, Mr. D’Angelo has built a distinguished career in health care, specializing in adolescent health issues such as substance abuse, eating disorders, gender care, and HIV prevention. He has served as emeritus chief of the division of adolescent and young adult medicine at the Children’s National Medical Center since 2016, and as chief of adolescent and young adult medicine at the same institution since 1982. His previous roles include interim chair of prevention and community health at George Washington University from 1993 to 1997, attending physician in general internal medicine at Georgetown University Hospital from 1979 to 1982, and epidemic intelligence service officer at the Centers for Disease Control from 1977 to 1979. He has also dedicated his time as president and board member of Metro Team AIDS from 1990 to 2000, founder of Metro Team AIDS in Washington, D.C. in 1990, and as board member for Mercy Clinic. He has served as past president of the Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine, as well as with the Council of Subspecialty Societies of the American College of Physicians, Alpha Omega Alpha, and Delta Omega Epsilon.
With 51 years in health care, including 42 years at Children’s National Medical Center, Dr. D’Angelo now serves as emeritus chief of the Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine. Embracing partial retirement, he works about half-time, remaining fully engaged in both outpatient and inpatient care. His extensive research work, particularly in groundbreaking HIV studies, has been deeply fulfilling. Entering this new career phase, he is enthusiastic about continuing to make a positive impact in patient care and research. In light of his impressive undertakings throughout his career, he was honored with the Outstanding Achievement Award from the Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine in 2018 and was awarded a Mastership from the American College of Physicians. Laying a solid educational foundation for these successes, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in biology from Harvard College in 1969, a Master’s Degree in public health from Harvard School of Public Health in 1972, and a Doctor of Medicine from Duke University in 1973. He completed a residency in internal medicine at Georgetown University in 1976, followed by a residency in preventive medicine at the Centers for Disease Control from 1977 to 1979.
Reflecting on his career, Dr. D’Angelo regards his contributions to the field of HIV in adolescents and young adults as his most significant achievement. As one of the early pioneers, he established the second clinic in the United States dedicated to HIV-infected teenagers and served as the inaugural chair of the Adolescent and Young Adult Special Interest Committee for the National Institute of Infectious Diseases. In 1988, he founded the HIV clinic at Children’s National Hospital, and he is grateful for the opportunity to create meaningful change and support the well-being of young individuals facing HIV challenges. He attributes his achievements to diligent work, exceptional colleagues, and the unwavering support of his family. Looking ahead, he is eager to share insights and reflections on the evolving landscape of health and medicine, where his expertise will add valuable perspectives. He also envisions ongoing contributions to his community, with a focus on patient care.
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