Dr. Ruben D Bocanegra MD
Family Practitioner
4151 Loop 20 Suite 101 B Laredo TX, 78043About
Dr. Ruben Bocanegra is a family practitioner practicing in Laredo, TX. Dr. Bocanegra specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Bocanegra possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Univ De Monterrey- Fac De Med- Monterrey- Nuevo Leon- Mexico 1983
University of New Mexico School of Medicine 1983
Universidad de Monterrey Facultad de Medicina 1982
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Ear Infection
- Learning Disabilities
- Pain
- Head Lice
- Stomach Flu
- Conjunctivitis
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