Dr. Betty Villafuerte MD
Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
201 Abraham Flexner Way #1001 Louisville KY, 40202About
Dr. Betty Villafuerte practices Endocrinology in Louisville, KY. Dr. Villafuerte specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases related to hormone imbalance, and the bodys glands in the endocrine system. Endocrinologists are trained and certified to treat a variety of conditions, including menopause, diabetes, infertility, and thyroid disorders, among many others. Dr. Villafuerte examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Univ Of The Philippines- Coll Of Med- Manila- Philippines 1981
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
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