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Dr. Francisco Puentes, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*
3.9 (75)
Cartersville, GA
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience
Offers telehealth
Overview of Dr. Francisco Puentes, MD
Dr. Francisco Puentes, MD is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Specialist in Cartersville, GA. They specialize in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, has 34 years of experience, and is board certified in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ZULIA / SCHOOL OF MEDICINE and is affiliated with Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center and Wellstar Kennestone Hospital. Dr. Puentes, completed a residency at Medical College of Georgia Hospital and Clinic. Patients rated Dr. Puentes an average 3.9 star rating.
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Endocrine40 Fox Chase, Cartersville, GA 30120 Directions (770) 515-9566MondayClosedTuesday08:00 - 17:00Wednesday08:00 - 17:00Thursday08:00 - 17:00FridayClosedSaturday10:00 - 14:00SundayClosed
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3.9
Average provider rating
Based on 75 ratings
Patient Ratings (75)
5 Star
(55)
4 Star
(0)
3 Star
(0)
2 Star
(1)
1 Star
(19)
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How was your appointment with Dr. Puentes?
Mar 05, 2024
Excellent physician, best Endocrinologist I have met in Atlanta.
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About Dr. Francisco Puentes, MD
Specialties*
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
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Years of Experience
- 34 years of experience
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Languages Spoken
- English, Spanish
Languages Spoken
NPI Number
- 1114006814
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Education & Certifications
Fellowship
- Georgia Regents University/GHSU / MCG
Fellowship
Residency
- Medical College of Georgia Hospital and Clinic
Residency
Internship
- Georgia Regents University/GHSU / MCG
Internship
Medical Education
- UNIVERSITY OF ZULIA / SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Medical Education
Board Certifications
- Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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