Dr. Eduardo J Hernandez M.D.
Pulmonologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Pulmonology
1430 Lindberg Dr Slidell LA, 70458About
Dr. Eduardo Hernandez practices Pediatric Pulmonology in Slidell, LA. Dr. Hernandez 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 Central Del Este (Uce)- Esc De Med- San Pedro De MacOris 1984
Universidad Central del Este (UCE) Facultad de Medicina 1984
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Allergies
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Bronchitis
- Tonsillitis
- Stomach Flu
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
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