Dr. Charles R Frakes MD
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist | Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
1602 Skipwith Rd Henrico VA, 23229About
Dr. Charles Frakes is a Neonatal-Perinatal Physician practicing in Henrico, VA. Dr. Frakes 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
Univ of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx 1976
Texas A&M University, TX 1976
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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