Elia Nila Escaname MD
Pediatrician
701 S ZARZAMORA ST SAN ANTONIO TX, 78207About
Dr. Elia Escaname is a pediatrician practicing in SAN ANTONIO, TX. Dr. Escaname is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Escaname 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. Escaname can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas 2009
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