Dr. Heather Cross Porche M.D.
Pediatrician
2017 Metairie Rd Metairie LA, 70005About
Dr. Heather Porche is a pediatrician practicing in Metairie, LA. Dr. Porche is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Porche 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. Porche can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport 2004
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Ear Infection
- Molluscum Contagiosum
- Bronchitis
- Tonsillitis
- Stomach Flu
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Strep Throat
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