Dr. Luz Marcela Merchan MD
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist | Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
29 S Greene St # Gs100 University Of Maryla Baltimore MD, 21201About
Dr. Luz Merchan is a Neonatal-Perinatal Physician practicing in Baltimore, MD. Dr. Merchan 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
University Of Antioquia
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
Provider Details
Fellowships
- University of Maryland Medical Center, Baltimore, MD 2011
- University of Maryland School of Medicine*
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