Dr. Maria E Poortenga MD
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist | Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
200 Jefferson Ave Se Nicu Grand Rapids MI, 49503About
Dr. Maria Poortenga is a Neonatal-Perinatal Physician practicing in Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Poortenga cares for the critically ill newborn and premature infants. Neonatal-Perinatal Physicians treat conditions such as breathing disorders, birth defects, infections, and any other life-threatening medical problems. They coordinate with their young patients families and other physicians to determine appropriate treatment.
Education and Training
Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anemia
- Birth Defects
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