Mrs. Susan E. Desjardins MD
Cardiologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Cardiology
3100 S. W. 62 Avenue Miami FL, 33155About
Dr. Susan Desjardins is a pediatric cardiologist practicing in Miami, FL. Dr. Desjardins specializes in caring for fetuses, infants, children and adolescents with cardiovascular or cardiac abnormalities. Practiced in both inpatient and outpatient settings, the scope of conditions cared for by pediatric cardiologists is large and includes congenital heart defects, heart muscle disorders, rhythm disturbances and hypertension.
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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Cardiology
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