![Maurice M. Portilla, Pediatrician](/fatd/images/avatar.png)
Maurice M. Portilla
Pediatrician
4005 Trails End Parker Texas, 75002About
Dr. Maurice Portilla is a pediatrician practicing in Parker, Texas. Dr. Portilla is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Portilla 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. Portilla can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
University of North Texas Health Science Center
Board Certification
American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Has Spoken at Many Conventions -
Professional Society Memberships
- American Medical Association, Texas Medical Association
What do you attribute your success to?
His Full Compassion for his Patients, and Complete Dedication to the Field
Hobbies / Sports
- Reading
Favorite professional publications
- Sedona Journal
Maurice M. Portilla's Practice location
Maurice M. Portilla's reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
- What Are the Most Obvious Symptoms of Appendicitis?
Appendicitis is a condition that causes the inflammation of the appendix. The appendix is a tube around 3½ inch long and extends from the large intestine. It is said that the appendix has a role in gut immunity, but nothing as yet is definite with regard to its function. An individual can live...
- How to Protect Children with Autism from Being Bullied
It is an unfortunate fact that children have a tendency to find weaknesses and differences in their peers and latch onto it, emotionally or physically hurting the other child in the process. When performed on purpose and repeatedly, this is bullying and is a serious problem. Bullying is violence,...
- How Often Should a Newborn Poop?
First-time parents may wonder how often their newborn should poop and what a normal newborn poop would look like. A baby’s health can be best indicated by a baby’s bowel movement, but new parents may not know what to expect. For this reason, new parents become unsure and apprehensive during...
- What Is Molluscum Contagiosum? Treatment and Home Remedies
Molluscum contagiosum is a contagious skin infection, which is mostly seen in children and the elderly. The infection comes with uneven bumps on the skin, which get bigger in size. The bumps are itchy and develop blisters when scratched. Sexually active adults are usually affected by this skin...
- What Is Tay-Sachs Disease?
IntroductionTay-Sachs disease is a genetic disorder that affects the brain's nerve cells. Individuals who have this disorder lacks a type of protein that is needed to break down fatty substances in the brain. Without this protein, fatty substances accumulate in the brain to toxic levels, which...
- Raising a Child with ADHD
Every parent wants their kids to be as healthy as they can. However, that is not always so easy.ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a worry on many parents' minds. Raising a child with ADHD takes extra care. However, there are many ways to still be a great parent to ensure your...
Nearest Hospitals
SETON MEDICAL CENTER HARKER HEIGHTSl
850 W CENTRAL TEXAS EXPRESSWAY HARKER HEIGHTS TX 76548SCOTT & WHITE MEDICAL CENTER - TEMPLEl
2401 S 31ST ST TEMPLE TX 76508