Dr. Marissa Anto

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Marissa Anto, MD, MSc, is an attending physician at Children's Hospital Philadelphia specializing in Pediatric Headache Medicine. She completed her graduate degree in MSc Health, Community, and Development from the London School of Economics and her medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Dr. Anto has undergone extensive residency training in Pediatrics and Child Neurology at the Icahn School of Medicine and Children's Hospital Philadelphia, serving as Co-Chief Resident. She is recognized for her clinical work and research focusing on the effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences on Pediatric Neurological Diseases. Dr. Anto has received several prestigious awards, including clinical fellowships through the American Headache Society and Penn/CHOP. She is actively involved in various professional organizations, including the American Academy of Neurology and the Child Neurology Society, and participates in committees emphasizing diversity, equity, and inclusion in pediatric care. Dr. Anto's publications address significant topics such as the intersection of pediatric headache management and social issues, underscoring her commitment to improving patient care in this specialty.

Research Interests

Experience

Attending Physician

— Present

Children's Hospital Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

Specializing in Pediatric Headache Medicine.

Awards

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American Headache Society Clinical Fellowship Award

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Penn/CHOP NeuroNext Fellowship Award

Requirements for Children's Hospital Philadelphia

Doctorate Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
Graduate of a US or Canadian medical school or one year of US post-graduate clinical training Passed USMLE or COMLEX Part I Must pass Step II before start of training
Application Checklist
  • ERAS application form
  • Personal statement
  • Medical school transcript
  • USMLE or COMLEX scores
  • Minimum of three letters of recommendation
Specialization Notes

Department of Pediatrics: Pediatric Residency Program. Interviews are conducted virtually.