Dr. Ofelia C Balta M.D.
Pediatrician
63 Healthcare Dr Sylva NC, 28779Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Ofelia Balta is a pediatrician practicing in Sylva, NC. Dr. Balta is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Balta 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. Balta can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy 1991
University of Medicine And Pharmacy of Ho Chi Minh City 1990
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy
- Pellet Therapy
- Professional Supplements
- Nutrition
- Integrative Medicine
Dr. Ofelia C Balta M.D.'s Practice location
BodyLogicMD of Atlanta
2941 Piedmont Road NE Suite C -Atlanta, GA 30305Get Direction
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