Dr. Sandra M Fernandez M.D.
Pediatrician
Calle Post S Mayaguez PR, 00680About
Dr. Sandra Fernandez is a pediatrician practicing in Mayaguez, PR. Dr. Fernandez is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Fernandez 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. Fernandez can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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