Dr. Maria Ofreneo M.D.
Pulmonologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Pulmonology
747 52nd St Suite 5409 Oakland CA, 94609About
Dr. Maria Ofreneo practices Pediatric Pulmonology in Oakland, CA. Dr. Ofreneo treats children who have breathing problems, or a problem with his or her lungs. Pediatric pulmonologists often treat children with chronic cough, difficulty breathing, recurring pneumonia, asthma, cystic fibrosis, apnea, chronic lung disease in premature infants, noisy breathing, and conditions that require special equipment to monitor and/or help with breathing at home.
Education and Training
Univ Of The Philippines- Coll Of Med- Manila- Philippines 1985
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Pulmonology
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