

Debra L. Carter, MD
Executive Vice Chair, Department of Pediatrics, Clinical Affairs
Primary Care, General Pediatrics
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Monday - Friday: 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Lehigh Valley Physician Group
- Specialties
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Primary CareGeneral Pediatrics
- Conditions treated
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- Services offered
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- LVHN Affiliates
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Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital
- Languages spoken
- English
Dr. Carter's Locations

6900 Hamilton Blvd
PO Box 60
Trexlertown, PA 18087-0060
United States
About Dr. Carter
Philosophy of care
I view parents as my primary resource for information about their child. I look to parents to provide as much information as possible so that I can treat their child in the most appropriate and effective manner. I like to get to know parents on a more personal basis so I can help them with a wider variety of issues - from behavior problems to social difficulties to medical issues. One of my favorite little poems (unknown author) summarizes my philosophy on children: When a child speaks, listen. When a child laughs, smile. When a child dreams, believe. When a child hurts, heal. I help with the last part.
Why I entered medicine
I've always enjoyed children and have been fascinated by the stages of development. In sixth grade, we were assigned to interview someone in a profession that interested us. I did my “career report” on a pediatrician and ever since then, I knew I wanted to be a pediatrician.
Community involvement
I volunteer as the health care consultant for the Children's Early Care and Education Center, the daycare center for the children of Lehigh Valley Health Network's employees. I also participate in community fundraising events such as the Women's 5K Classic.
Personal interests
My passion is spending time being a mom. I have three sons, and vacations at the beach rank as #1 on our "favorite family activities" list. We also like to play baseball and basketball, hike, cook together, and spend time with family and friends. I enjoy lap swimming, biking, and running to help keep me in shape!
Education
Undergraduate
University of Maryland, BS- Bachelor of Science, 1990
Medical Training
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, MD - Doctor of Medicine, 1994
Training
Residency 1995
Pediatrics, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD
Residency 1996
Pediatrics, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD
Residency 1997
Pediatrics, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD
Certifications
American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics
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