Dr. Catherine Mao M.D.
Endocronologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Endocrinology
21840 Normandie Ave Suite 1100 Torrance CA, 90502About
Dr. Catherine Mao is a pediatric endocrinologist practicing in Torrance, CA. Dr. Mao specializes in growth, puberty, diabetes or other disorders related to hormones that produce certain conditions in children and growing young adults. Pediatric endocrinologists possess copious knowledge on hormone chemicals and how they can affect other parts of the body and their functions.
Education and Training
Baylor College of Medicine 1990
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- Obesity
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