Dr. Yocasta Fernandez MD
Pediatrician
287 Monroe St 2nd Floor Passaic NJ, 07055About
Dr. Yocasta Fernandez is a pediatrician practicing in Passaic, NJ. 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.
Education and Training
Instituto Tecnologico De Santo Domingo (Intec), Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud MD
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Obesity
- Allergies
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Ear Wax
- Head Lice
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