Dr. Benjamin Estrada MD
Infectious Disease Specialist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Infectious Diseases
1601 CENTER STREET MOBILE AL, 36604About
Dr. Benjamin Estrada is a pediatric infectious disease specialist practicing in MOBILE, AL. Dr. Estrada specializes in recurring or persistent diseases caused by bacteria, parasites or fungus in infants, children and adolescents. Pediatric infectious disease specialists also provide consultation to other health care professionals dealing with complex cases.
Education and Training
Univ Francisco Marroquin, Fac De Med, Guatemala 1990
University Francisco Marroquin / Faculty of Medicine 1990
University of California 1991
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Infectious Diseases
Provider Details
Treatments
- Hepatitis
- Fever
- Tuberculosis
- Pneumonia
- Hives
- Kawasaki Disease
- Cellulitis
- Osteomyelitis
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Mary C. Mancao MD1504 Springhill Ave Mobile AL 36604
- Dr. Supatida Tengsupakul M.D.1601 CENTER ST MOBILE AL 36604