Dr. Catarina Posada M.D.
Pediatrician
1116 E 8th St Suite #3 Weslaco TX, 78596About
Dr. Catarina Posada is a pediatrician practicing in Weslaco, TX. Dr. Posada is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Posada 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. Posada can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Univ of Guayaquil Ecuador MD
Universidad Central Del Ecuador 1986
Universidad Central del Ecuador Facultad de Ciencias MÈdicas 1986
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Fever
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Athlete's Foot
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Head Lice
- Scabies
- Jaundice
- Strep Throat
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