Dr. Claudia Fernandez M.D.
Pulmonologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Pulmonology
5955 Ponce De Leon Blvd. Miami FL, 33146About
Dr. Claudia Fernandez practices Pediatric Pulmonology in PEMBROKE PINES, FL. Dr. Fernandez treats children who have breathing problems, or a problem with his or her lungs. Pediatric pulmonologists often treat children with chronic cough, difficulty breathing, recurring pneumonia, asthma, cystic fibrosis, apnea, chronic lung disease in premature infants, noisy breathing, and conditions that require special equipment to monitor and/or help with breathing at home.
Education and Training
Higher Institute of Medical Sciences of Habana
Provider Details
Treatments
- Asthma
- Acid Reflux
- Birth Defects
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Bronchitis
- Pneumonia
- Malnutrition
Dr. Claudia Fernandez M.D.'s Practice location
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