Dr. Santana M Fontana MD
Family Practitioner
3436 Isleta Blvd Sw Pmg Isleta Albuquerque NM, 87105About
Dr. Santana Fontana is a family practitioner practicing in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Fontana specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Fontana possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Univ of Nm Sch of Med, Albuquerque Nm 1998
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM- Sports Medicine
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