Benjamin Silva MD, MPH
Pediatrician
4900 MUELLER BLVD STE 3S.066C AUSTIN TX, 78723About
Dr. Benjamin Silva is a pediatrician practicing in AUSTIN, TX. Dr. Silva is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Silva 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. Silva can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
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