Dr. Joseph Leon Portnoy MD
Pediatrician
10010 Kennerly Rd Saint Louis MO, 63128About
Dr. Joseph Portnoy is a pediatrician practicing in Saint Louis, MO. Dr. Portnoy is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Portnoy 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. Portnoy can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks 1974
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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