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Dr. Ralph A Defronzo MD

Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

701 S Zarzamora St San Antonio TX, 78207

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Dr. Ralph Defronzo practices Endocrinology in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Defronzo specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases related to hormone imbalance, and the bodys glands in the endocrine system. Endocrinologists are trained and certified to treat a variety of conditions, including menopause, diabetes, infertility, and thyroid disorders, among many others. Dr. Defronzo examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses, and decides the best treatment methods.

Education and Training

Harvard Medical School 1969

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 48 years of experience

Dr. Ralph A Defronzo MD's Practice location

Practice At 701 S Zarzamora St

701 S Zarzamora St -
San Antonio, TX 78207
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New patients: 210-257-1400, 210-358-7500, 210-358-7463
Fax: 210-358-7515

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CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF SAN ANTONIOl

333 NORTH SANTA ROSA STREET SAN ANTONIO TX 78207

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Continue right onto South Elmendorf Street 379 ft
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