Dr. Maria Migdalia Fontanez MD
Pediatrician
1322 Elton Rd Suite F Jennings LA, 70546About
Dr. Maria Fontanez is a pediatrician practicing in Jennings, LA. Dr. Fontanez is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Fontanez 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. Fontanez can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ Of Pr Sch Of Med- San Juan Pr 1979
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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