Dr. Marita Rafael M.D.
Pediatrician
3533 S Alameda St Corpus Christi TX, 78411About
Dr. Marita Rafael is a pediatrician practicing in Corpus Christi, TX. Dr. Rafael is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Rafael 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. Rafael can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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