Overview
Rafael Fonseca is a Neonatologist and a Pediatrics provider in Galveston, Texas. His top areas of expertise are Gastroschisis, Atresia of Small Intestine, Polydactyly, and Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX 77555
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. Rafael Fonseca
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Rafael Fonseca?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Rafael Fonseca by calling their office at 409-772-2815. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Rafael Fonseca a top-rated expert for Gastroschisis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rafael Fonseca is classified as an Experienced expert for Gastroschisis, 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. Rafael Fonseca specialize in?
While Dr. Rafael Fonseca is a Neonatology, they have specific expertise in Gastroschisis, Atresia of Small Intestine, and Polydactyly. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neonatology.
Does Dr. Rafael Fonseca participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Rafael Fonseca has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gastroschisis. You can view a list of Dr. Rafael Fonseca's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Rafael Fonseca accept my insurance?
Dr. Rafael Fonseca accepts most major insurance plans, including Community Health and Health Care Services Corporation. We recommend calling the office directly at 409-772-2815 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Experienced
- Adrenal Insufficiency PediatricDr. Fonseca isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric.
- Atresia of Small IntestineDr. Fonseca isExperienced. Learn about Atresia of Small Intestine.
- Congenital SyphilisDr. Fonseca isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Syphilis.
- Esophageal Atresia Coloboma TalipesDr. Fonseca isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Atresia Coloboma Talipes.
- GastroschisisDr. Fonseca isExperienced. Learn about Gastroschisis.
- Hypoplasia of the Tibia with PolydactylyDr. Fonseca isExperienced. Learn about Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly.