
Sofia M. Franco
Pediatrician
555 South Floyd Street Louisville Kentucky, 40202About
Sofia M. Franco, MD, works at the University of Louisville. The Department of Pediatrics, at the University of Louisville, is the second largest clinical department, having 21 divisions. Dr. Franco, being dedicated and passionate towards children in need, oversees medical care with the Kosair Children's Hospital; as well as the research facilities in which the University associates with: Family and Children First, Maryhurst Home for Girls, and Home of the Innocents. Through her extensive research, articles, and teachings; Dr. Franco has made clear her love for children and educating.
Education and Training
University of Santo Tomas
Board Certification
American Board of Pediatrics
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Professor at University of Louisville -
- Local, Regional, National, and International Public Speaking -
- Family and Children First, Maryhurst Home for Girls and Home of the Innocents. -
Internships
- Albert Einstein Hospital
Fellowships
- Oklahoma Medical Center, University of Louisville
Professional Society Memberships
- Academic Pediatric Association, Southern Society of Pediatric Research, American Academy of Pediatrics
Articles and Publications
- The Impact of Early Literacy Guidance on Language Skills of 3-Vear-Olds written in SAGE Journals
- Infant Sleep Position Instruction and Parental Practice: Comparison of a Private Pediatric Office and an Inner-city Clinic written in PEDIATRICS
Hobbies / Sports
- Reading
Favorite professional publications
- Academic Pediatrics Journal
Sofia M. Franco's Practice location
University of Louisville
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Nearest Hospitals
JEWISH HOSPITAL & ST MARY'S HEALTHCAREl
200 ABRAHAM FLEXNER WAY LOUISVILLE KY 40202NORTON HOSPITAL/NORTON MEDICAL PAVILIONS/KOSAIR CHl
200 EAST CHESTNUT STREET LOUISVILLE KY 40202