Marissa J Defreitas M.D.
Nephrologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Nephrology
1611 NW 12TH AVE MIAMI FL, 33136About
Dr. Marissa Defreitas is a pediatric nephrologist practicing in MIAMI, FL. Dr. Defreitas specializes in caring for children with chronic conditions such as hypertension, kidney disease, and chronic dialysis. Pediatric nephrologists have extensive knowledge on the dialysis and transplant processes, while simultaneously developing lasting relationships with the families of their young patients.
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University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine 2009
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