Dr. Edgar Richard Cortes M.D.
Pediatrician
3435 S Alameda St Corpus Christi TX, 78411About
Dr. Edgar Cortes is a pediatrician practicing in Corpus Christi, TX. Dr. Cortes is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Cortes 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. Cortes can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx 1994
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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