Dr. Christopher Michael Derienzo M.D., M.P.P
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist | Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
Pediatric Residency Program Durham NC, 27710About
Dr. Christopher Derienzo is a Neonatal-Perinatal Physician practicing in Durham, NC. Dr. Derienzo 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.
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