Dr. Diane M Defrance MD
Pediatrician
3116 6th St Suite 101 Metairie LA, 70002About
Dr. Diane Defrance is a pediatrician practicing in Metairie, LA. Dr. Defrance is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Defrance 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. Defrance can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La 1987
Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans 1987
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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