Dr. Nelson R. Santos MD
Pediatrician
7 Clayton Street Suite 400 Wilmington Delaware, 19805About
Dr. Nelson Santos is a pediatrician practicing in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Santos is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Santos 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. Santos can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Dominican Republic
Catholic University
Univ Catol Madre Y Maestra (Ucmm)- Fac De Cien Med- Santiago 1988
Board Certification
Pediatrics
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineProfessional Memberships
- Member International Association of HealthCare Professionals
Internships
- Albert Einstein Medical Center, Frankford Hospital Cooper Hospital
Professional Society Memberships
- Wilmington New Castle Pediatric Association
What do you attribute your success to?
- Compassion, Reliable and Available
Hobbies / Sports
- Traveling to the Dominican Republic
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