Dr. Cassia Brasil Portugal M.D.,FAAP
Pediatrician
1651 N Semoran Blvd Orlando FL, 32807About
Dr. Cassia Portugal is a pediatrician practicing in Orlando, FL. Dr. Portugal is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Portugal 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. Portugal can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Esc De Med E Saude Publica- Salvador- Bahia- Brazil 1985
Escola Baiana De Medicina E Saude Publica 1985
Federal University of Bahia / Faculty of Medicine 1977
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineProfessional Memberships
- Member ORANGE COUNTY MEDICAL SOCIETY
- Member AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS
- Member AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
- Member FLORIDA MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
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