Dr. Joseph Franklin D cruz MD
Pediatrician
615 6th Avenue Altoona PA, 16602About
Dr. Joseph D cruz is a pediatrician practicing in Altoona, PA. Dr. D cruz is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. D cruz 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. D cruz can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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Saint Johns Medical College 1970
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