Mrs. Gesina N. Recto M.D.
Pediatrician
6801 Mcpherson Rd. Ste214 Suite 330 Laredo TX, 78041About
Dr. Gesina Recto is a pediatrician practicing in Laredo, TX. Dr. Recto is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Recto 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. Recto can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
West Visayas State Coll- Sch Of Med- Iloilo- Philippines 1991
West Visayas State College / School of Medicine 1991
West Visayas State University College of Medicine 1990
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Ear Infection
- Bronchitis
- Gastritis
- Flu
- Gastroenteritis
- Head Lice
- Scabies
- Stomach Flu
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