Dr. Fernando J Indacochea MD
Pediatrician
1 Hospital Drive Petersburg WV, 26847About
Dr. Fernando Indacochea is a pediatrician practicing in Petersburg, WV. Dr. Indacochea is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Indacochea 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. Indacochea can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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