Mikel Mendez
General Practitioner
120 Pavia Fernandez suite 201, Pepino Health Group San Sebastian PR, 00685About
Dr. Mikel Mendez is a general practitioner practicing in San Sebastian, PR. Dr. Mendez does not specialize in one area of medicine, however provides routine health care services. General practitioners typically have regular, even life-long patients who they provide health care services to. Dr. Mendez provides services including physical exams, immunizations, and diagnosing and treating multiple illnesses and injuries. General practitioners typically work in private offices and clinics and have staffs of nurses and administators.
Education and Training
UNIBE MEDICAL DOCTORATE 2011
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Mikel Mendez's Expert Contributions
What causes fever and headaches in children?
Hi, I know as a parents we are very concern about anything that regarding to our child. Headaches is a common symptom for almost everything. But headaches with fever we have to Start to looking for a focus of infection either viral or bacterial. That’s why a physician have examined the child to discard any of either one. READ MORE
What can you give a child for a stomach virus?
Hi, for stomach virus the treatment depends on the symptoms, like vomiting and the stomachache. For either symptoms, a diet free of fat and high sugar is important. Also a good hydration is the key for those patients vomiting. Medication for vomiting and pain is also recommended. READ MORE
Can an X-ray show a broken nose?
Yes, it's the test recommended for any suspicion of a broken bone. READ MORE
What are the treatment options for tonsillitis?
Depends of the type of tonsillitis. Considering that they are 2 types bacterial and viral, use antibiotics for bacterial and managing the symptoms for viral. READ MORE
Is bedwetting serious?
Bedwetting is practically normal until 6 years old due to immature bladder. After that, the most common cause is the excessive liquids ingestion before bed. Another common cause is stress and depression in children. It's important to have a pediatrician evaluation to determine the cause. READ MORE
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Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Family Physicians
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