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Dr. Bao Puente, MD

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16 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Bao Puente, MD

Dr. Bao Puente, MD is a Pediatric Cardiology Specialist in Washington, DC. They specialize in Pediatric Cardiology, has 16 years of experience, and is board certified in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine. They graduated from WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE OF DENTAL MEDICINE and is affiliated with Children's National Hospital.

Dr. Puente works at Practice in Washington, DC with other offices in Dallas, TX. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Puente's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Children's National Hospital
    111 Michigan Ave NW, Washington, DC 20010 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (202) 476-5000
  2. 2
    University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
    5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75390 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (214) 456-1600

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  • Children's National Hospital

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    Specialties*
    • Pediatric Cardiology

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    Years of Experience
    • 16 years of experience
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    • English
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    • 1770749020
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE OF DENTAL MEDICINE
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    Board Certifications
    • Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Cardiology and Pediatrics
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