Dr. Rafael O. Hernandez M.D.
Family Practitioner
120 Executive Center Pkwy Fredericksburg VA, 22401About
Dr. Rafael Hernandez is a family practitioner practicing in Fredericksburg, VA. Dr. Hernandez 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. Hernandez 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
Universidad Nacional Pedro Henriquez Urena (Unphu) MD
Universidad Nacional Pedro HenrÌquez UreÒa (UNPHU) Escuela de Medicina 1986
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Bronchitis
- Flu
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Urinary Tract Infection (uti)
- Vascular Disease
- Strep Throat
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