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Dr. Silkia Mercedes Figueroa M.D.
Pediatrician
601 W 57TH ST NEW YORK NY, 10019About
Dr. Silkia Figueroa is a pediatrician practicing in Caguas, PR. Dr. Figueroa is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Figueroa diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Figueroa can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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- Dr. Diego Hojraj M.D.200 W 57TH ST NEW YORK NY 10019
- Dr. Linda Anne Linday MD340 W 55th St New York NY 10019
- Dr. Angela Tangredi MD727 Sixth Ave. New York NY 10019
- Gilbert Goldman Other1000 10th Ave New York NY 10019
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