Dr. Walter N Dehority MD
Infectious Disease Specialist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Infectious Diseases
2211 Lomas Blvd NE Albuquerque NM, 87106About
Dr. Walter Dehority is a pediatric infectious disease specialist practicing in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Dehority 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
Univ of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca 1999
University of California 1999
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Infectious Diseases
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Fever
- Pneumonia
- Pain
- Cellulitis
- Osteomyelitis
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