Dr. Margarita Silio MD
Infectious Disease Specialist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Infectious Diseases
1415 Tulane Ave New Orleans LA, 70112About
Dr. Margarita Silio is a pediatric infectious disease specialist practicing in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Silio specializes in recurring or persistent diseases caused by bacteria, parasites or fungus in infants, children and adolescents. Pediatric infectious disease specialists also provide consultation to other health care professionals dealing with complex cases.
Education and Training
Universidad Central del Este (UCE) Facultad de Medicina 1985
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Infectious Diseases
Provider Details
Treatments
- Hives
Fellowships
- Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA 1995
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