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Dr. Michael Ray Melancon M.D.
Pediatrician
4650 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy Suite 105 Lafayette LA, 70508About
Dr. Michael Melancon is a pediatrician practicing in Lafayette, LA. Dr. Melancon is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Melancon 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. Melancon can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La 1979
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1979
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Bronchitis
- Tonsillitis
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
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- Dr. Mark Dawson M.D.717 Curtis Dr Rayne LA 70578
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Nearest Hospitals
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4811 AMBASSADOR CAFFERY PARKWAY LAFAYETTE LA 70508