An endocrinologist in Rio Piedras, Dr. Leticia Hernandez Davila diagnoses, treats, and manages endocrine disorders, or those affecting the body's secretion of hormones such as thyroid problems or diabetes.
Dr. Hernandez Davila has one office in Puerto Rico where she specializes in Endocrinology and Internal Medicine.
Dr. Hernandez Davila works with three doctors including Dr. Raul Perez and Dr. Vivianna Sanchez Arriela.
Endocrinologists are trained to treat patients for a variety of hormonal diseases and disorders, such as diabetes. Dr. Hernandez Davila can diagnose and create treatment plans for conditions like growth disorders, obesity, low testosterone, osteoporosis and various thyroid disorders, among others. Treatments provided by an endocrinologist may include medication management or hormone therapies.
The specialty of internal medicine is an area of primary care for adults. Dr. Hernandez Davila specializes in diagnosing and treating cross-system illnesses that may affect multiple organ systems. Dr. Hernandez Davila can also refer patients to specialists when medically necessary. For example, patients with severe heart problems may be referred to a cardiologist for additional diagnostic tests or treatments.