Diego Arturo Lara M.D., M.P.H.
Cardiologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Cardiology
1315 JEFFERSON HWY NEW ORLEANS LA, 70121About
Dr. Diego Lara is a pediatric cardiologist practicing in NEW ORLEANS, LA. Dr. Lara specializes in caring for fetuses, infants, children and adolescents with cardiovascular or cardiac abnormalities. Practiced in both inpatient and outpatient settings, the scope of conditions cared for by pediatric cardiologists is large and includes congenital heart defects, heart muscle disorders, rhythm disturbances and hypertension.
Education and Training
Tulane University of Louisiana 2008
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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