Dr. Hector Luis Ortiz martinez MD FAAP
Pediatrician
Edificio Post Center 60 Mayaguez PR, 00680About
Dr. Hector Ortiz martinez is a pediatrician practicing in Mayaguez, PR. Dr. Ortiz martinez is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Ortiz martinez 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. Ortiz martinez can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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