Dr. Israel Franco MD
Urologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Urology
789 HOWARD AVENUE, NEW HAVEN CT, 06520About
Dr. Franco joined Pediatric Urology Associates in 1991. He is the Director of Pediatric Urology at Westchester Medical Center and an Associate Professor of Urology at New York Medical College. He received ...
Education and Training
Albert Einstein Medicine
Board Certification
UrologyAmerican Board of UrologyABU- Pediatric Urology
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
UrologyAmerican Board of UrologyABU
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Treatments
- Robotic Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Genitourinary Disorders (urinary System & Male Reproductive Organs)
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