Dr. Maria A Abrantes MD
Pediatrician
3440 E LA PALMA AVE ANAHEIM CA, 92806About
Dr. Maria Abrantes is a pediatrician practicing in Ventura, CA. Dr. Abrantes is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Abrantes 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. Abrantes can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation Institute of Medicine - Far Eastern University 1991
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
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