Dr. Frank Puc MD
Pediatrician
4400 W 95th Street Cuba MO, 65453About
Dr. Frank Puc is a pediatrician practicing in Cuba, MO. Dr. Puc is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Puc 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. Puc can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il 1958
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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