Dr. Maria E. Petrini
Overview
I grew up in Buenos Aires, Argentina and got interested in medicine while caring for a cousin born with a heart condition. My parents supported my decision to attend medical school and become a physician. Today, I care for inpatients at duPont Hospital for Children. My husband, Francisco Vranic, is a primary care physician at St. Francis. I have always enjoyed working with kids and helped care for many of my younger cousins. I knew all along that my career would involve caring for children. I started medical school before I turned 18, which is normal in the Argentine education system, and I have never had a second thought about it. I try to exemplify the values I learned when I was growing up: the importance of family and maintaining open, healthy relationships; honesty, faith, and making a difference in what you do. Even if it doesn’t always feel like you’re making a difference, the important thing is to try, every day. That’s what gets me up in the morning. I make an effort to listen to children and families and understand what their needs are and help with that. It’s always about the children and their families. Sometimes, the child is fine but needs help understanding what’s going on with the family. So I try to be as comforting as I can.
Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Developmental Dysphasia Familial, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Delayed Growth, and Gastrostomy.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1600 Rockland Road, Wilmington, DE 19803
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Maria E. Petrini
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Maria E. Petrini?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Maria E. Petrini by calling their office at 800-416-4441. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Maria E. Petrini a top-rated expert for Obesity in Children?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Maria E. Petrini is classified as an Experienced expert for Obesity in Children, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Maria E. Petrini specialize in?
While Dr. Maria E. Petrini is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Obesity in Children, Developmental Dysphasia Familial, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Maria E. Petrini participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Maria E. Petrini has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obesity in Children. You can view a list of Dr. Maria E. Petrini's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Maria E. Petrini accept my insurance?
Dr. Maria E. Petrini accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-416-4441 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Amniotic Band SyndromeDr. Petrini isExperienced. Learn about Amniotic Band Syndrome.
- Autism Spectrum DisorderDr. Petrini isExperienced. Learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- CHARGE SyndromeDr. Petrini isExperienced. Learn about CHARGE Syndrome.
- Delayed GrowthDr. Petrini isExperienced. Learn about Delayed Growth.
- Developmental Dysphasia FamilialDr. Petrini isExperienced. Learn about Developmental Dysphasia Familial.
- Early Infantile Epileptic EncephalopathyDr. Petrini isExperienced. Learn about Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy.